Screening older adults' medical records for code status preferences
This study looks at a tool in electronic medical records to help doctors and patients talk about life-sustaining treatment preferences. If you're an older adult who can make decisions and isn't in the ICU, you may help improve how these conversations happen.
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Who can take part
- Be 66 years old or older
- Be able to read and speak English comfortably
- Be able to make your own healthcare decisions
- Not be in the intensive care unit (ICU)
Quick eligibility check
Answer a few plain-language questions, based on this study's own requirements, to get a preliminary sense of fit.
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