Decision aid helps families, clinicians communicate about care decisions

Monday, May 16, 2011 - 14:30 in Psychology & Sociology

Surrogate decision-makers faced with the difficult task of overseeing loved ones' medical care may find help thanks to a new decision aid aimed at patients with prolonged mechanical ventilation. According to a new study, surrogates reported the aid significantly improved the often daunting decision-making process.

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