Do Not Resuscitate and Ethics

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This paper explores the issue of "Do Not Resuscitate" orders, commonly known as DNR's. While the main issue discusses the legal ramifications, there are other issues raised such as the use of health care resources and the ethical consequences of the inaction. The paper defines DNR as "if the patient's heart stops, there will be no efforts to revive that patient", in other words the patient will simply be allowed to die naturally, with no medical intervention.

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"The first step here is to clarify what the "do not resuscitate" order means. It means that if the patient's heart stops, there will be no efforts to revive that patient. The patient will simply be allowed to die naturally, with no medical intervention. The Royal College of Nursing, along with other professional organizations, noted that these orders are important documents that should only be considered after discussion with the patient and family members or others close to the patient."

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