Improving discussions about care goals for patients with serious illnesses and breathing problems
Improving goals-of-care discussions for patients with chronic life-limiting illness and acute respiratory failure
This study is all about helping doctors and nurses talk better with patients who have long-term health issues and sudden breathing problems, so they can understand what matters most to you and make sure your care matches your wishes.
Quick facts
| Grant type | NIH-funded research |
|---|---|
| Study type | NIH-funded research |
| Funding institution | University of Washington NIH-funded |
| Lab location | 1 site (Seattle, United States) |
| Project ID | NIH-10909005 on NIH RePORTER |
What this research studies
This research focuses on enhancing the way healthcare providers communicate with patients who have chronic illnesses and experience acute respiratory failure. It aims to ensure that patients' values and treatment preferences are understood and integrated into their care decisions. By using a combination of methods, the research will assess current practices, identify barriers to effective communication, and develop a new intervention to improve these discussions in intensive care settings. Ultimately, the goal is to provide care that aligns with patients' wishes and reduces unnecessary treatments.
Who could benefit from this research
Good fit: Ideal candidates for this research are patients with chronic life-limiting illnesses who are experiencing acute respiratory failure.
Not a fit: Patients who do not have chronic illnesses or are not experiencing acute respiratory failure may not benefit from this research.
Why it matters
Potential benefit: If successful, this research could lead to more personalized and respectful care for patients facing serious health challenges.
How similar studies have performed: Previous research has shown that improving communication in healthcare settings can lead to better patient outcomes, indicating potential success for this approach.
Where this research is happening
Seattle, United States
- University of Washington — Seattle, United States (Active)
Researchers
- Principal investigator: Lee, Robert Ying-Fu — University of Washington
- Study coordinator: Lee, Robert Ying-Fu
About this research
- This is an active NIH-funded research project — typically early-stage science, not a clinical trial accepting patient enrollment.
- Some NIH-funded labs run parallel clinical studies or seek volunteers for related work. To check, contact the principal investigator or institution listed above.
- For full project details, budget, and progress reports, visit the official NIH RePORTER page below.