Wednesday, April 3 2024
8:15–9am
CME/CE
Curbside Consults: Top Questions from PCPs on End of Life and Palliative Care
Davidson Ballroom
Description
This program discusses differences between palliative and hospice care and reviews which is most appropriate in light of a patient's disease trajectory. We will discuss Advance Care planning and discriminate among the types of Advance Directive that are available. Best practices for initiating discussions regarding prognosis and the role of patient activation in serious illness will also be explored.
Learning Objectives
- Understand the differences between palliative care and hospice
- Explain the utility of Advance Directives, DNRs and POLSTs
- Discern the role of Durable or Health Care Power of Attorney; know how to respond if DPOA goes against the Living Will
- Identify best practices and approaches to discussing prognosis