Speaking About Life and Death in the NICU - Annie Janvier for OPENPediatrics

Explore an insightful lecture on the ethical considerations of communicating with parents of critically ill children in the NICU. Dr. Annie Janvier delves into the importance of medical simulations, comparing parental and medical provider perspectives at end-of-life situations, and emphasizing the need for personalized information. Learn about effective communication strategies, the significance of understanding parental viewpoints, and how to approach sensitive conversations about life and death in the intensive care unit. Gain valuable insights from medical literature, parent feedback, and practical takeaways to enhance your ability to support families during challenging times in pediatric critical care.

Introduction
Death in simulation
Mock codes
Mock code 1
Evaluations
Good communicators
Cardiac massage
Parental vs medical provider views
Parents want personalization
Our child is not just a gestational age
What is the solution
Personalized information
Can my baby die
What can we do
What would you do
Other ways to learn about parental perspectives
Medical literature
Feedback from parents
Takehome message