... beliefs and wishes (either to feel at peace with the relationship or to feel confident in making decisions that respect the patient’s wishes). Other family members may not be prepared to talk about a...
... all learn from each other’s experience. Always remind yourself that the focus of discussions and decisions should be based on what the patient and family desire and what is in their best interests. Here...
... family for further changes and helping them cope. Discussing specific treatments and end-of-life decisions, such as a “do not attempt resuscitation” order, can be quite difficult with teenagers. A challenge...
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