129: Determining when Medical Treatment is Futile

129: Determining when Medical Treatment is Futile is organized by Medical Education Systems (MedEdSys), Inc. This course has been approved for a maximum of 6 CEUs

Learning Objectives:
Upon successful completion of this course, you will be able to:

1. Define what is meant by medical “futulity”
2. Identify the individuals whose input is important in making “futulity” decisions
3. Identify the various circumstances that can exist in which “futility” decision-making is required
4. Discuss the role of “ethics” in futility discussions.