REVISION DATE: JANUARY 2024/SIXTH EDITION GUIDELINE SUMMARY Scope and Target Population By defining appropriate evaluations and outcomes, this guideline attempts to equip the clinician with knowledge of appropriate discussions, clinical interventions, and utilization of palliative care and hospice. This guideline is appropriate for adult patients who still desire curative or life-prolonging treatments, or patients who […]
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ICSI has been developing evidence-based clinical practice guidelines to improve patient care since 1993. Learn more about ICSI Guidelines. Updated Guideline Availability We have two new updated guidelines to share: Palliative Care for Adults Guideline defines appropriate evaluations and outcomes. This guideline attempts to equip the clinician with knowledge of appropriate discussions, clinical interventions, and utilization of palliative […]
For the past several years, ICSI has led multiple efforts to combat the opioid epidemic. These initiatives are designed with the goal of enhancing safe prescribing practices for pain management, prevention of transition from acute to chronic opioid use, and reducing extra pills in the community. Our work is based on the most current evidence, combined with […]