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. 2017 Jun 1;20(6):672–675. doi: 10.1089/jpm.2016.0481

Table 1.

Resident Behaviors: Expected versus Unexpected Deaths

  Expected deaths, % Unexpected deaths, %
Prepare for call 15 53
Discuss safe arrival 38 60
Greet family upon arrival 47 60
Spend time with family next to body 55 80
Notify PCP 13 13
Write or sign condolence letter 11 13
Delay notification until family arrived at hospital 0 0