Publications by authors named "Lucy Helen Coombes"
Palliat Med
February 2018
Article Synopsis
- The study evaluates the effectiveness of a commonly used "surprise question" among multidisciplinary teams in predicting the survival outcomes of children with life-limiting conditions.
- The results indicate high sensitivity (83.3%) and specificity (93.2%) for predicting life expectancy at both 3 and 12 months, highlighting the tool's accuracy in identifying those who may need palliative care.
- The findings suggest that the surprise question can improve communication about end-of-life care and help allocate resources effectively for children's hospice care.
