2008
DOI: 10.3928/00989134-20081001-06
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Abstract: A do-not-resuscitate (DNR) order is a written medical order that documents a patient's wishes regarding resuscitation and, more specifically, the patient's desire to avoid cardiopulmonary resuscitation (CPR). A DNR order is one of the most important patient care directives that can be issued because it has dramatic and irreversible consequences. A portable DNR order is a do-not-resuscitate directive that travels with the patient. One way to improve continuity among providers and organizations is to develop sta… Show more

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“…One of the most discussed ADs is the do-not-resuscitate (DNR) order, a written medical directive that documents a patient's decision regarding his/her desire to avoid cardiopulmonary resuscitation (CPR). The DNR order is one of the most important patient care directives that can be issued, seeing that it has dramatic and irreversible consequences [2]. Resuscitation has the ability to reverse premature death, but it can also prolong terminal illness, increase the family's anxiety, and have serious economical consequences [3].…”
Section: Introductionmentioning
confidence: 99%
“…One of the most discussed ADs is the do-not-resuscitate (DNR) order, a written medical directive that documents a patient's decision regarding his/her desire to avoid cardiopulmonary resuscitation (CPR). The DNR order is one of the most important patient care directives that can be issued, seeing that it has dramatic and irreversible consequences [2]. Resuscitation has the ability to reverse premature death, but it can also prolong terminal illness, increase the family's anxiety, and have serious economical consequences [3].…”
Section: Introductionmentioning
confidence: 99%
“…The ideal out-of-hospital DNAR documentation is portable and can be carried on the person. 16 Delayed or token efforts such as so-called "slow-codes" (knowingly providing ineffective resuscitative efforts) are inappropriate. This practice compromises the ethical integrity of healthcare providers, uses deception to create a false impression, and may undermine the provider-patient relationship.…”
Section: Dnar Orders In Ohcamentioning
confidence: 99%
“…14 A Do Not Attempt Resuscitation (DNAR) order is given by a licensed physician or alternative authority as per local regulation, and it must be signed and dated to be valid. 15,16 In many settings, "Allow Natural Death" (AND) is becoming a preferred term to replace DNAR, to emphasize that the order is to allow natural consequences of a disease or injury, and to emphasize ongoing end-of-life care. 17 The DNAR order should explicitly describe the resuscitation interventions to be performed in the event of a life-threatening emergency.…”
Section: Principle Of Respect For Autonomymentioning
confidence: 99%
“…The DNR order should be issued cautiously, given that it has dramatic and irreversible consequences. [ 1 ] On this account, guidelines for the appropriate use of DNR orders have been published and they have also affirmed that DNR orders are not intended to forgo any other treatment decisions or life-sustaining interventions that may be appropriate. [ 2 , 3 ] However, there is still confusion about the interpretation of DNR orders around the world.…”
Section: Introductionmentioning
confidence: 99%