| Article ID | Journal | Published Year | Pages | File Type |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 5578518 | Journal of Pain and Symptom Management | 2017 | 29 Pages |
Abstract
Receiving a PCC in the ICUs was significantly associated with more frequent DNR code status and hospice referrals, but not 30-day readmissions or hospital utilization. Early PCC was associated with significant LOS and direct cost reductions. Providing PCC early in the ICU should be considered.
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Authors
Robert J. MD, MA, Spencer S. PhD, Cheryl MA, Denise R. MT, MPH, Anna S. MS, MA, RN, CHPN, David MD, Afzal MD, John MD, James W. MD, Hicham MD, Anthony MD, Bradley MBA, Maria Teresa RN, DNP, APRN-BC, CCRN, Mona MD, Sheri MSN, Ayman MD, Julie MSN,