232 The Timing of “Do Not Attempt Resuscitation” Decisions in an Older, Frail Inpatient Population
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DOI: 10.1093/ageing/afz102.53
Abstract: Ascertaining and discussing resuscitation status should be a routine part of medical practice. However, it is frequently neglected until a patient is acutely unwell. The National Consent Policy1 recommends that discussion around “Do not attempt… read more here.
Keywords: admission; resuscitation status; resuscitation; frailty ... See more keywords
Clinical ethics report on the resuscitation of a patient in the emergency department with an uncertain resuscitation status and an implantable cardiac defibrillator
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DOI: 10.1136/medethics-2019-105945
Abstract: Cardiopulmonary resuscitation of a patient with an uncertain resuscitation status, and a discharging implantable cardiac defibrillator, presents a significant ethical challenge to healthcare professionals in the emergency department. Presently, no literature discusses these challenges or… read more here.
Keywords: resuscitation patient; resuscitation status; resuscitation; uncertain resuscitation ... See more keywords