Care at the Close of Life: Evidence and Experience
Stephen J. McPhee, Margaret A. Winker, Michael W. Rabow, Steven Z. Pantilat, Amy J. Markowitz
Part A Communication Issues
Chapter 1. Initiating End-of-Life Discussions With Seriously Ill Patients: Addressing the “Elephant in the Room”
Timothy E. Quill, MD
Sections:
The Patient's Story, Perspectives, The End of the Story, Methods to Update This Chapter, Resources, References, Chapter Glossary Terms
Topics Discussed:
clinician behavior, communication, incorporating patient values and preferences, supportive communication, terminal patient care
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