Decoding the Code Status: Can a Palliative Care-Led Curriculum Improve Communications Skills in Critical Care and Emergency Department Clinicians? (FR461A)

Abstract

made. African-American families' deep faith in God's healing power, and the belief in hope, both of which directly impact goals of care and treatment preferences, are often misunderstood by clinicians. In this session, participants will gain an understanding into the central relevance of ''hope and miracles'' in the African-American community, from both a historical and cultural context, as well as how it plays out in serious illness. Illustrations will be provided of ineffective clinician-patient/family communication (resulting in the patient/family feeling disrespected and a frustrated clinical team), as well as positive communication. Take-home lessons for effective culturally-based communication and best practices are provided.