Anticipatory Grief: Assisting Patients and Their Families as They Transition to Solely Palliative Care
Needs Statement
Hematologist-oncologists, radiation oncologists, surgeons, other medical specialists, basic and translational research scientists, residents, fellows, and medical students need to be regularly updated on advances in the diagnosis and management of patients with hematologic disorders and related malignancies. The series aims to broaden the knowledge base of learners in these topic areas and improve their competencies to enhance the patient care experience and outcomes.
Target Audience
Physicians, medical students, fellows, and residents.
Learning Objectives
At the conclusion of the session, the participants should be able to:
Discuss the anticipatory grief in patients and their family members/caregivers.
Review the importance of preparedness for death in outcomes.
Distinguish normal grief from complicated or prolonged grief depression.
Describe special considerations from anticipatory grief during the pandemic.
Develop strategies to help understand interventions for patients and families.
Baylor College of Medicine is accredited by the Accreditation Council for Continuing Medical Education (ACCME) to provide continuing medical education for physicians.
Baylor College of Medicine designates this live activity for a maximum of 1.00 AMA PRA Category 1 Credit™. Physicians should claim only the credit commensurate with the extent of their participation in the activity.
Available Credit
- 1.00 AMA PRA Category 1 Credit™
- 1.00 Participation