- September 22, 2014
- Support Groups
Do not resuscitate orders in the operating room.
Synopsis: Abstract: The background to a current analysis of the management of “do not resuscitate” (DNR) orders in the operating room is reviewed, with an… Read More
Resources: for families & patients
- September 22, 2014
- Support Groups
Ethical conflicts during anesthesia. “Do not resuscitate” orders in the operating room
Synopsis: Abstract: Patients have the right to make decisions concerning their health care. The right to consent to or refuse treatment is based on the… Read More
- September 22, 2014
- Support Groups
Ethics in the OR: DNR and patient autonomy.
Synopsis: Abstract: Suspending Do Not Resuscitate (DNR) orders during surgery may undermine a patient’s right to self-determination. A Nursing Ethics Committee together with a Clinical… Read More
- September 22, 2014
- Support Groups
To resuscitate or not … in the operating room: the need for hospital policies for surgeons regarding DNR orders.
Synopsis: Abstract: As more Americans have become aware of end-of-life planning, health care professionals are faced with more “Do Not Resuscitate” orders. A patient with… Read More
- September 22, 2014
- Support Groups
# 232 Family Presence During Resuscitation
Source: Medical College of Wisconsin (EPERC) Synopsis: Background: Cardiopulmonary resuscitations are abrupt and traumatic clinical events that frequently result in a patient’s death or permanent… Read More