Research article summary (published 6 Apr 2002):

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

Full Abstract

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.

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Author information

Author/s: Reid, C (C); Jeffrey, D (D);

Affiliation: Three Counties Cancer Network, Cheltenham General Hospital, Cheltenham G53 7AN, UK.

Journal and publication information

Publication Type: Journal Article

Journal: British journal of cancer (Br J Cancer), published in Scotland. (Language: eng)

Reference: 2002-Apr; vol 86 (issue 7) : pp 1057-60

Dates: Created 2002/04/15; Completed 2002/04/30; Revised 2007/11/15;

PMID: 11953848, status: MEDLINE (last retrieval date: 11/6/2008)

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MeSH headings (categories)

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Cancer Care Facilities Communication Decision Making Ethics, Medical Family Relations Guidelines as Topic

Guidelines as Topic Humans Medical Futility Patient Advocacy Physician-Patient Relations Resuscitation Orders

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