Physician views regarding the extent of advanced training needed if ethics consultants are to contribute effectively to the care of patients in intensive care units
| Number of fields in which advanced training is needed* | Ethics consultant working alone | Consultation services provided by a team |
|---|---|---|
| Values are n (%). | ||
| *Formal training beyond the undergraduate level regarded as advanced disciplinary training. | ||
| 5 | 3 (4.5) | 14 (21.5) |
| ⩾4 | 5 (7.5) | 24 (36.9) |
| ⩾3 | 10 (15.1) | 34 (52.3) |
| ⩾2 | 21 (31.8) | 44 (67.7) |
| ⩾1 | 44 (66.7) | 58 (89.2) |
| No advanced training needed | 22 (33.3) | 7 (10.8) |