The number of older people living and dying with frailty is rising, but our understanding of their end-of-life care needs is limited.

Researchers evaluated potential predictors of advance care planning (ACP) documentation and discussion via this cross-sectional study, 2012-2014.

Patient decision aids may improve alignment between patients’ preferences and the care they receive, but the quantity, quality, and routine use of these tools are unknown. 

Bob Beitcher, who serves as the head of the Motion Picture and Television Fund, reflects on the film about end-of-life treatment.