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End of Life Resuscitation Planning Discussion(s)
Project Description and Aim
- To ascertain how many discussions about end of life resuscitation decisions are occurring. This includes both new patients and revisions to patients previous plans.
- To record whether the CYPADM ( Children & young people Acute Deterioration Management) form is being used.
- If this form is being used, are there any problems with it or changes needed
- 4. If it is not being used – what are the reasons for this
Reporting instructions:
Please report any case where discussions occur between medical or nursing professionals and families of children and young persons (CYP) < 18 years of age, about specific planning for resuscitation, in the event of an acute deterioration in a patient’s condition.
Lead Clinicians
Dr Dermot Murphy & Dr Rosalie Wilkie on behalf of Scottish Children & Young People Palliative Care Executive (SCYPPEx).Inclusion Criteria
CYP ( <16years) with a life limiting illness and where discussion occurs either with the CYP or with the families on behalf of a CYP about planning what resuscitation will take place in the event of an acute deterioration in their condition.
CYP (16-18years) (who are cared for within paediatric care facilities) with a life limiting illness and where discussion occurs either with the CYP or with the families on behalf of a CYP about planning what resuscitation will take place in the event of an acute deterioration in their condition.
Exclusion Criteria
Age > 18 years