• Br J Community Nurs · May 2007

    Do not attempt resuscitation orders: a review of the issues.

    • Richard Griffith.
    • School of Health Science, Swansea University. richard.griffith@swan.ac.uk
    • Br J Community Nurs. 2007 May 1; 12 (5): 228-33.

    AbstractControversy surrounding the use of do not resuscitate orders on patients often without their knowledge and without apparent good reason (Age Concern England, 2000) have led some to question the lawfulness of such orders. This article considers the legal basis for do not resuscitate orders and outlines best practice guidance that will assist district nurses and other health professionals in deciding whether making such an order is lawful and for the benefit of the patient concerned.

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