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Nicky Campbell takes calls on your experiences of Do Not Resuscitate orders, which are an established part of end-of-life care, but a difficult conversation for all involved.

Do Not Resuscitate (DNR) orders - what's your experience?

We've seen a case today where one was put onto a patient with learning difficulties without consultation with him or his family. - the NHS have apologised. But DNRs are a well established part of end of life care. It's a hugely difficult conversation between doctors, patients and families... a very difficult decision at an emotional and vulnerable time. When to revive a loved one, or let them slip away?

Do Not Resuscitate (DNR) orders - what's your experience?

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Tue 8 Dec 2015 09:00

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  • Tue 8 Dec 2015 09:00