Advance directive of will: knowledge and use by resident physicians

Abstract

Care planning based on advance directives is vital to preserve the autonomy and dignity of patients. In view of this, this study sought to verify the level of knowledge of medical residents of Curitiba, Paraná, Brazil, about them and their use in clinical practice. The feeling of these professionals regarding their knowledge and safety about the instrument was also evaluated. A quantitative and cross-sectional research was carried out by applying a structured questionnaire on a digital platform with a final sample of 45 participants. The results indicate that the knowledge of these professionals about the concept and legal aspects of advance directives is insufficient.