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Tools for advance directives. American Health Information Management Association.
1American Health Information Management Association.
Journal of AHIMA
|January 9, 1992
Summary
This issue provides essential tools for healthcare organizations to educate staff and patients on advance directives. Resources include sample policies, Q&As, presentation slides, and legal forms to ensure compliance with patient rights and self-determination acts.
Area of Science:
- Health Information Management
- Healthcare Law and Ethics
Background:
- Advance directives are crucial for patient autonomy and legal compliance.
- The Patient Self-Determination Act mandates patient education on these rights.
- Joint Commission standards also emphasize patient rights concerning healthcare decisions.
Framework:
- This issue presents a comprehensive set of educational resources on advance directives.
- Includes a sample policy and procedure for administrative guidance.
- Offers comparisons between Joint Commission standards and the Patient Self-Determination Act.
Implementation:
- Provides a Q&A section for patient and staff education materials.
- Includes sample presentation slides for community and staff training.
- Features sample Living Will Declaration and Durable Power of Attorney for Health Care forms.
Implications:
- Empowers health information management professionals to develop organization-specific advance directive policies.
- Supports ongoing educational initiatives for healthcare staff and patients.
- Aids organizations in meeting legal and accreditation requirements for advance care planning.