Improving QOL at the end of life: A randomised controlled trial of a doctor-nurse-patient intervention. [ 2009 - 2014 ]

Research Grant

Researchers: Prof Phyllis Butow (Principal investigator) ,  A/Pr Josephine Clayton ,  Prof Jane Young ,  Prof Martin Tattersall ,  Prof Patricia Davidson
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Brief description This project aims to promote mutual understanding between patients with incurable disease, carers and clinicians about prognosis, end of life issues and treatment goals in order to improve the quality of remaining life. Currently many patients do not understand their prognosis and make poor decisions about treatment, receiving costly, futile and invasive treatments just days before death. This project will empower patients and doctors to better discuss these issues.

Funding Amount $AUD 687,655.70

Funding Scheme NHMRC Project Grants

Notes Standard Project Grant