Communication and Decision Making in Advanced Heart Disease

Part 1: Introduction

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Decisions Expected in HF



Multiple choice quiz

    Which of the following are most likely to indicate the need for “Goal Directed Communication” in a patient with Advanced Heart Failure? (Check three.)
  • Arrhythmias
  • Back pain
  • Reduced daily functioning
  • Increased activity tolerance
  • Reduced appetite
  • Increased use of diuretics






Allen et al, 2012