Burden Versus Benefits: When Family Has to Decide How Much Is Too Much

Purpose of Activity

To provide information about ethical issues in decision making at end of life.

Learning Objectives

After completing this continuing education activity you will be able to:

  1. Discuss the case study and the end-of-life ethical issues it illustrates.
  2. Describe recommendations for clarifying patient"s wishes, completing advance directives, and addressing caregivers" conflicts.
Price: $24.95

Credits:

  • ANCC 2.5 CH
  • DC - BON 2.5 CH
  • KY-BON 2.5 CH
  • GA - BON 2.5 CH

Lippincott Williams & Wilkins is accredited as a provider of continuing nursing education by the American Nurses Credentialing Center's Commission on Accreditation. This activity is also provider approved by the California Board of Registered Nursing, Provider Number CEP 11749. Lippincott Williams & Wilkins is also an approved provider of continuing nursing education by the District of Columbia Board of Nursing, Florida Board of Nursing, and Georgia Board of Nursing, #50-1223. Your certificate is valid in all states.







Test Code: JHPN0916A
Published: Sep/Oct 2016
Expires: 12/31/2026
Required Passing Score: 13/18 (72%)
Authors: Kathy Plakovic, MSN, APRN, ACHPN