Overview

About this study

Rates of advance directive completion among Americans, even those suffering from serious chronic illness, are notoriously poor. Moreover, the contents of completed advance directives are often difficult to interpret in the face of a medical crisis. This study aims to determine patient, surrogate and physician perceptions of a standard advance directive as contrasted with a novel, electronic and interactive directive. Renal dialysis patients have been selected as a patient population with limited life expectancy, frequent hospitalizations, and low rates of advance directive completion.

Participation eligibility

Participant eligibility includes age, gender, type and stage of disease, and previous treatments or health concerns. Guidelines differ from study to study, and identify who can or cannot participate. There is no guarantee that every individual who qualifies and wants to participate in a trial will be enrolled. Contact the study team to discuss study eligibility and potential participation.

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