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Let's talk about dying - Peter Saul

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We can’t control if we’ll die, but we can “occupy death,” in the words of Dr. Peter Saul. He calls on us to make clear our preferences for end of life care -- and suggests two questions for starting the conversation. (Filmed at TEDxNewy.)

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What was the overwhelming reaction to the Respecting Patient Choices program at John Hunter Hospital?

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Patients and their families were uncomfortable with the idea of discussing death

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Patients and their families appreciated the program and thought it should be normal hospital practice

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Patients and their families were so enthusiastic about the program that they continued the dialogue even after funding ran out

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Patients and their families voiced frustration at the hospital’s inability to fulfill their wishes

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