“…These criteria included generalized end-of-life care, 31,34,40,43,49,56,57,61 hospice care, 32,40,47,49,56,57,61 and advanced care planning conversations. 43,48,55,64 Several articles also referenced conversations regarding allow natural death and/or do not resuscitate orders. 40,49,56,61, 63 The research led by Twamley 61 recognized emergency planning discussions and the cessation of mechanical ventilation as reasons for referral.…”