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Advanced directives and treatment decisions in the intensive care unit

Critical Care
DOI: 10.1186/cc5971
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Prospective medical decision-making through the use of advanced directives is encouraged and frequently helpful in guiding treatment for the critically ill. It is important to recognize the attendant shortcomings when using such tools in clinical practice. © 2007 BioMed Central Ltd.

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Whetstine, L. M. (2007, July 26). Advanced directives and treatment decisions in the intensive care unit. Critical Care. https://doi.org/10.1186/cc5971

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