Video-based aids facilitate Code Status Discussions and have been shown to reduce uncertainty and conflict regarding choice of care, increase knowledge about CPR and intubation, and improve advance care planning documentation. Among older adults, video-based aids have increased knowledge and preference for comfort care, as well as minimized discomfort with end-of-life care discussions.
A new study in JAGS measures the utility of video-based aids among older adults and surrogate decision makers after admission for traumatic injury. The Houston researchers found:
- A video-based conversation aid for code status discussions was highly acceptable, easy to understand, and did not increase discomfort among injured older adults and surrogates.
- The video improved participants' perception of understanding CPR and alternatives including
- DNR, across health literacy level.
- A majority of participants would recommend the video to others and stated they were likely to talk to the patient's healthcare team about code status after watching the video.
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