Do not attempt resuscitation decisions in a cancer centre: addressing difficult ethical and communication issues

Talking to patients about ‘Do Not Attempt Resuscitation’ decisions is difficult for many doctors. Communication about ‘Do Not Attempt Resuscitation’ decisions should occur as part of a wider discussion of treatment goals at an earlier stage in the patient's illness. A doctor should not initiate...

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Detalles Bibliográficos
Autores principales: Reid, C, Jeffrey, D
Formato: Texto
Lenguaje:English
Publicado: Nature Publishing Group 2002
Materias:
Clinical
Acceso en línea:https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pmc/articles/PMC2364183/
https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pubmed/11953848
http://dx.doi.org/10.1038/sj.bjc.6600205
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Sumario:Talking to patients about ‘Do Not Attempt Resuscitation’ decisions is difficult for many doctors. Communication about ‘Do Not Attempt Resuscitation’ decisions should occur as part of a wider discussion of treatment goals at an earlier stage in the patient's illness. A doctor should not initiate any treatment, including cardio-pulmonary resuscitation if he/she does not believe it will benefit the patient. An ethical framework is offered which may be of practical help in clarifying decision-making. British Journal of Cancer (2002) 86, 1057–1060. DOI: 10.1038/sj/bjc/6600205 www.bjcancer.com © 2002 Cancer Research UK

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