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A Doctor: I saw that palliative care was a holistic way to think about care

Before you order a (swallow) test, ask “Why are we getting this test? And how will it help us move forward?”

Tracheostomy: Structural Problems vs. Worsening Conditions

Tracheostomy: It’s a big decision. What will be the impact on the family?

Tracheostomy: Families don’t want the diagnosis to determine their decisions. Need vs. Option

Tracheostomy and Decannulation: Reassessing benefit over time

Discontinuing Respiratory Support: We never stop providing care
