The term “futility” refers to interventions that are not likely to produce a meaningful medical benefit for the patient. The impact of medically futile interventions extends not only to the patient and family but also the healthcare providers. This presentation will explore the concept of medical futility, the resultant moral distress, and its impact on respiratory therapists. The presenter will explore historical and recent medical cases of medical futility.
This course is sponsored by an unrestricted education grant from Zambon.
View the Webcast and Earn CRCE Credit
View this webcast and take the accompanying test for CRCE Credit at AARC University ($9 for members, $18 for non-members). You will receive an email confirmation with full instructions after registering. Note that you will have to watch the entire webcast at AARC University to earn CRCE Credit.
View the Webcast—No CRCE Credit
This webcast is available for free without CRCE Credit.
