Serious Illness: Pain and Symptom Management
Presented by: Dr. Kevin Boehnke, PhD
This online learning activity will review pain management considerations when managing the patient population with end-stage chronic conditions. This activity is an addendum to the Serious Illness Live Virtual Training and it is highly recommended to complete that training prior to participating in this activity.
Serious Illness Conversations
Serious Illness Conversation - Difference between a SI Conversation and an Advance Directive
Presented by:
Dr. Mary Beth Billie, DNP, RN-BC, CCM
Dr. Ellen Fink-Samnick, DBH, MSW, LCSW, ACSW, CCM, CCTP, CRP
The discussion centers on the importance of serious illness conversations, especially from the perspective of primary care providers. Key topics include definitions, identifying patients with serious illnesses, and the role of primary care providers in facilitating these crucial conversations. The vignette highlights the need for training, the rewarding nature of these discussions, and addresses barriers to effective communication, such as lack of training, time constraints, and prognostic uncertainty.
Serious Illness Conversation - Review the Purpose of the Serious Illness Conversation
Presented by: Dr. Mary Beth Billie, DNP, RN-BC, CCM & Dr. Keith Veselik, MD
The discussion centers on conducting value-based conversations with patients and the importance of primary care physicians initiating these discussions early. Key topics include the significance of understanding patient values, their last chapter wishes, and incorporating functional status into care planning. The presenter recounts personal experiences, both successes and challenges, in managing end-of-life care and underscores the critical role of a multidisciplinary team in supporting patients and easing the burden on families.
Serious Illness Conversation - The Three Components
of the Serious Illness Conversation Guide
Presented by: Dr. Mary Beth Billie, DNP, RN-BC, CCM
A serious illness conversation between provider and patient focusing on the patient’s recent health struggles is demonstrated. They discuss his hospitalization experience, current health condition, concerns about the future, and what matters most to him. The provider aims to gain a better understanding of the patient’s priorities and goals moving forward and suggests involving the family in these discussions and exploring options to better manage symptoms at home.
Looking for the Live Virtual Serious Illness Training?
Visit the Serious Illness (formerly Palliative Care) Information Page