| Author(s): |
University of Washington |
| Description: |
Website designed to assist medical professionals with the difficult conversations around dying and end of life care. It contains a series of learning modules (pdf file) on critical communication topics:
Module 1: Fundamental Communication Skills
Module 2: Giving Bad News
Module 3: Managing Transitions to Palliative Care When Chemotherapy is Failing
Module 4: Talking About Advance Care Plans and Do Not Resuscitate Orders
Module 5: Discussing Treatment Options and Informed Consent
Module 6: Conducting a Family Conference
Module 7: Handling Requests for Therapies That You Feel Are Futile
Module 8: Cultivating Your Communication Skills |