Question

A 72-year-old woman with advanced COPD and metastatic breast cancer expresses a wish not to be resuscitated if her heart stops. She understands the implications and can explain reasons. What should you do?

Accepted Answer

Agree a Do Not Attempt Cardiopulmonary Resuscitation (DNACPR) decision with her and document it clearly, sharing with the team

Answer

Ignore her request because resuscitation decisions are solely medical

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Ask her family to decide on her behalf

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Complete a DNACPR form without discussing it further with her

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Tell her that legally she cannot refuse CPR

Practice question

A 72-year-old woman with advanced COPD and metastatic breast cancer expresses a wish not to be resuscitated if her heart stops. She understands the implications and can explain reasons. What should you do?