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December 2023: Topics in Neurocritical Care

Neurology® Podcast

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Analyzing Prognostic Communication in Neurologic Illness

This chapter discusses the findings of a study on prognostic communication in neurologic illness, highlighting the non-probabilistic nature of most prognostic statements made by clinicians. The chapter explores the reasons behind the challenges clinicians face in discussing prognosis and the potential biases that can arise. It also emphasizes the importance of acknowledging uncertainty, building trust with families, and working towards standardizing communication practices.

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