Management of End-of-Life Issues in the ED - EM & Acute Care Course

Learn to effectively manage end-of-life issues in the emergency department with this 27-minute video presentation by Dr. Diane Birnbaumer. Explore crucial topics such as goals of care, recognizing signs of imminent death, addressing air hunger and death rattle, hydration considerations, and implementing end-of-life care strategies. Gain insights into patient autonomy, palliative care approaches, and the concept of allowing natural death. Discover how to navigate sensitive conversations, including addressing the question "Can you make her comfortable?" Enhance your skills in providing compassionate and appropriate care for terminally ill patients in the emergency setting.