The information needs of older people who choose supportive care over dialysis: a case study approach

摘要: Background Supportive care is increasingly being viewed as an appropriate alternative option to dialysis or transplantation for older people with advanced chronic kidney disease (ACKD). The purpose of this study was explore the information needs ACKD who choose supportive their treatment. Methods A case approach using semi-structured interviews and medical note review methods used six receiving care. Results majority participants had recalled placed a greater emphasis on over Although they did not want dialysis, were clear what meant whether plan. Participants perceived never been given specific about Medical revealed infrequent non-systematic documentation in notes. Conclusions In absence formal nephrology program, may be provided unplanned, nonsystematic families