Saving Lives Podcast: Critical Care w/eddyjoemd
Health & Fitness:Medicine
In this episode of The Saving Lives Podcast, we delve into the intricate subject of advance directives in the intensive care setting. Titled "Deciphering the Complex World of Advance Directives in ICU Care: Challenges and Solutions," the episode explores the historical background, implementation challenges, and the impact of advance directives on patient care within ICUs. Let's highlight the practical difficulties healthcare professionals face in honoring patients' wishes and the varied effectiveness of advance directives across different regions. This episode aims to shed light on the importance of advance directives in ensuring patient autonomy and improving the quality of end-of-life care in critical settings.
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Citation: Baumann SM, Kruse NJ, Kliem PSC, Amacher SA, Hunziker S, Dittrich TD, Renetseder F, Grzonka P, Sutter R. Translation of patients' advance directives in intensive care units: are we there yet? J Intensive Care. 2023 Nov 15;11(1):53. doi: 10.1186/s40560-023-00705-z. PMID: 37968692; PMCID: PMC10648602.
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