FIGURE 2.3 Rates of consciousness and ability to communicate (in patients 3 days before death, by medical condition, as reported by family members). *MOSF, multiple organ system failure. Source: Adapted from Lynn, J., Teno, J.M., Phillips, R.S., et al. Perceptions by family members of the dying experience of older and seriously ill patients. Annals of Internal Medicine 126(2): 97—106, 1997.

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