Meeting
Abstract Number: 10
Hospital Medicine 2016, March 6-9, San Diego, Calif.
Background: As generalist physicians on the frontlines of hospital care for seriously ill patients across the country, hospitalists are optimally positioned to lead discussions regarding serious illness. Little is known about hospitalists’ confidence in serious illness communication, or the barriers that limit their engagement. Methods: To assess perspectives on serious illness communication, we surveyed hospitalists […]
Abstract Number: 249
Hospital Medicine 2016, March 6-9, San Diego, Calif.
Background: Clearly documented patient preferences for treatment at the end-of-life may help inform clinical decision-making during future hospitalizations. The electronic health record (EHR) could facilitate easier access to this information. However, little is known about current documentation practices regarding advanced care planning in the EHR. The objective of this study was to determine the prevalence […]