Sedation for Intractable Distress of a Dying Patient: Acute Palliative Care and the Principle of Double Effect

Sedation for Intractable Distress of a Dying Patient: Acute Palliative Care and the Principle of Double Effect Eric L. Krakauer, Richard T. Penson, Robert D. Truog, Linda A. King, Bruce A. Chabner, Thomas J. Lynch, Jr. Oncologist 2000; 5: 53-62 Target Audience: Physicians who wish to advance their current knowledge of clinical cancer medicine in risk management and are involved in providing patient care in a cancer care environment. Method of Physician Participation: Read course materials, complete course quiz and evaluation form (optional). Learning Objectives After completing this course, the reader should be able to: Understand the ethical dilemmas and principle of double effect. Appreciate the importance of open communication. Understand the benefits of the active role the clinician can play in the treatment decisions at the end of life. Note that this CME module is approved for specific CME credit in risk management, a requirement of licensure in some states. The NIH/FAES designates this educational activity for a maximum of 1 AMA PRA Category 1 Credits™. Physicians should only claim credit commensurate with the extent of their participation in the activity.

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