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Conversations and Advance Care Planning for Endocrine Hospice of Cincinnati Moving endocrine planning upstream through community engagement Janet Montgomery, BSN, MBA Chief Marketing Officer, Hospice

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How to fill out conversations and advance care

1. To fill out conversations and advance care, follow these steps:
2. Start by gathering relevant information about the patient's medical history, current health condition, and any previous conversations or documents related to advance care.
3. Schedule a meeting with the patient or their authorized representative to discuss advance care planning.
4. Begin the conversation by explaining the purpose and importance of advance care planning and the role of conversations in determining the patient's preferences and goals.
5. Listen attentively to the patient's concerns, values, beliefs, and preferences regarding their future healthcare decisions.
6. Use open-ended questions to encourage the patient to express their wishes and goals for future medical treatment and end-of-life care.
7. Provide information about the various treatment options, risks, benefits, and potential outcomes to help the patient make informed decisions.
8. Document the conversation thoroughly, including the patient's expressed preferences and any decisions made regarding advance care.
9. Review and update the advance care documents, such as living wills, healthcare proxies, or advance directives, based on the patient's newly expressed preferences.
10. Share the updated advance care documents with the patient's healthcare providers and ensure they are filed appropriately for easy access in case of a medical emergency or critical care situation.
11. Regularly reassess and update the conversations and advance care documents as the patient's medical condition or preferences evolve.
12. Remember to approach these conversations with empathy, respect, and sensitivity, ensuring the patient feels supported and understood throughout the process.

Who needs conversations and advance care?

1. Conversations and advance care are crucial for individuals who:
2. - Have a chronic illness or a life-limiting condition
3. - Are older adults or nearing the end of life
4. - Have been diagnosed with a serious or terminal illness
5. - Wish to have control over their own medical decisions
6. - Want to ensure their preferences are respected and followed in case they become unable to communicate or make decisions
7. - Have specific wishes about life-sustaining treatments, palliative care, resuscitation, and end-of-life care
8. Conversations and advance care are also important for healthcare providers, family members, and legal representatives who play a role in advocating for the patient's preferences and ensuring their wishes are honored.

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What is conversations and advance care?

Conversations and advance care refer to discussions and documents outlining an individual's wishes for medical care in the event they are unable to make decisions for themselves.

Who is required to file conversations and advance care?

Any individual who is of legal age and wishes to document their preferences for medical care is encouraged to file conversations and advance care documents.

How to fill out conversations and advance care?

To fill out conversations and advance care documents, individuals can consult with their healthcare provider, legal counsel, or use online resources to ensure their wishes are accurately documented and legally binding.

What is the purpose of conversations and advance care?

The purpose of conversations and advance care is to ensure that an individual's medical preferences are known and respected in the event they are unable to communicate their wishes.

What information must be reported on conversations and advance care?

Conversations and advance care documents typically include information about the individual's preferred medical treatments, end-of-life care wishes, and designated healthcare proxy or power of attorney.