Framing the issue -- Wisdom begins with the word -- A detailed look at organ-supporting measures -- Resuscitation for cardiac arrest -- Introduction to the intensive care -- Mechanical ventilation -- Cardiovascular support : vasopressors, inotropes, and lines -- Artificially-administered nutrition -- Dialysis -- Brain injury -- Discernment at life's end -- Comfort measures and hospice -- Physician assisted suicide -- Advance care planning -- Being a voice : surrogate decision making.
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