# 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