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Let’s talk about word choice when speaking with patients and their family about goals of care, in both inpatient and outpatient settings. The weight of your words can be monumental, driving medical decision-making by the patient and others, sometimes steering treatment away from the patient’s wishes and goals. Physicians must choose the right words to ensure the patient’s wishes are respected.
Best Bits
Case scenarios
How to break bad news
Words to avoid
Learning Objectives Upon completion the participant should be able to:
Describe instances of missed opportunities in communication with patients and families.
Review tools to aid in better communication with patients and families.
Discuss the impact of word choices when reviewing patient’s goals of care to ensure their voice is heard and wishes are respected.
ACGME/ABMS Competencies This program addresses the following desirable physician attributes: professionalism, interpersonal and communication skills, andprovide patient-centered care.
Return Policy No refunds or exchanges will be processed for this program.
0.5 AMA PRA Category 1 Credits™ (Enduring) The Texas Medical Association is accredited by the Accreditation Council for Continuing Medical Education (ACCME) to provide continuing medical education for physicians.
The Texas Medical Association designates this enduring activity for a maximum of 0.5 AMA PRA Category 1 Credits™. Physicians should claim only the credit commensurate with the extent of their participation in the activity.
On select courses, the Texas Medical Association requires physician to complete 70-percent of the test questions correctly to receive credit for this course.
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