Dementia Matters Difficult but Beneficial Conversations about End-of-Life Care
Mar 21, 2023
Dr. Elizabeth Bukowy discusses the importance of palliative care for individuals with dementia, emphasizing the need for early conversations on end-of-life care. She highlights the challenges in discussing prognosis and code status with patients and families and offers strategies to initiate these difficult conversations while ensuring quality of life is maintained.
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Intro
00:00 • 3min
Exploring Palliative Care and Advanced Care Planning for Individuals with Dementia
02:34 • 9min
Challenges and Strategies in Discussing Prognosis with Patients and Families
12:01 • 5min
Discussing Prognosis and Code Status in End-of-Life Care Planning
16:45 • 5min
Initiating Hard Conversations About End-of-Life Care and Maintaining Quality of Life
21:58 • 5min