Question

A 72-year-old woman with metastatic lung cancer has a Do Not Attempt Cardiopulmonary Resuscitation (DNACPR) form in place after discussion with her and the team. She is now unconscious. Her family insist that you attempt CPR if she arrests. What is the most appropriate response?

Accepted Answer

Explain sensitively that DNACPR decisions are based on the patient’s best interests and prior wishes, and that CPR will not be attempted if she arrests

Answer

Attempt CPR because the family request it

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Cancel the DNACPR immediately

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Ignore the family and walk away

Answer

Call security to remove the family

Practice question

A 72-year-old woman with metastatic lung cancer has a Do Not Attempt Cardiopulmonary Resuscitation (DNACPR) form in place after discussion with her and the team. She is now unconscious. Her family insist that you attempt CPR if she arrests. What is the most appropriate response?