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Discussions regarding aggressive care with critically ill patients.

L J Blackhall1, J Cobb, M A Moskowitz

  • 1Evans Memorial Department of Clinical Research, Boston University Medical Center, MA 02118.

Journal of General Internal Medicine
|September 1, 1989
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Physicians rarely discuss resuscitation preferences with patients upon admission to intensive care units. This conversation, crucial for patient autonomy, occurred in only 10.8% of cases, highlighting a gap in end-of-life care communication.

Area of Science:

  • Medical Ethics
  • Critical Care Medicine
  • Patient Rights

Background:

  • Do-not-resuscitate (DNR) protocols aim to uphold patient autonomy in medical decisions.
  • Discussions about resuscitation are a prerequisite for informed DNR decisions.
  • Physician communication regarding resuscitation is vital for patient-centered care.

Purpose of the Study:

  • To quantify the frequency of physician-patient discussions about resuscitation upon ICU admission.
  • To identify factors influencing whether resuscitation is discussed with patients or their families.

Main Methods:

  • Retrospective data collection from 611 patients admitted to medical and cardiac ICUs over nine months.
  • Analysis of patient demographics, severity of illness, prognosis, and unit type.
Keywords:
Boston University Medical CenterDeath and EuthanasiaEmpirical Approach

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Main Results:

  • Resuscitation was discussed with only 10.8% of patients or their families at admission.
  • Discussions were more common in older patients, those with severe illness or poor prognosis, and those with impaired intellectual function.
  • MICU admissions had more frequent discussions compared to CCU admissions.

Conclusions:

  • Physician communication regarding resuscitation preferences at ICU admission is infrequent.
  • Patient factors (age, illness severity, cognitive function) and unit type influence these discussions.
  • Improving communication about resuscitation is essential for respecting patient autonomy and shared decision-making.