# 016 Moderating an End-of-Life Family Conference, 2nd ed

Source: 
Medical College of Wisconsin (EPERC)
Synopsis: 

Background:   At some point during the course of a terminal illness, a meeting between health care professionals and the patient/family is usually necessary to review the disease course and develop end-of-life goals of care. Learning the process steps of a Family Conference are an important skill for physicians, nurses and others who are in a position to help patients and families reach consensus on end-of-life planning.

Vol/Page/Date: 
August 2005
Resource Type: 
Other
Author/Source: 
Bruce Ambuel, PhD and David E. Weissman, MD
keywords: 
communication, family meetings, fast facts
Submitter: 
Andy Peters
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