Time to Ditch the DNR

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Jennifer Brokaw
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It is time for the public to speak up about their end of life wishes, but it is also time for the health care system …

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2 responses to “Time to Ditch the DNR”

  1. Your Do Not Resuscitate ("DNR") Directive May Not Accomplish Your Objectives? (Article by Jennifer Brokaw) | Pharos Law Group, PLLC

    […] “​For example, how many people realize that their chance of surviving CPR outside the hospital is a minuscule six percent? As most people do not die of sudden cardiac arrest, is DNR even relevant? Focusing the Advance Directive or Living Will on a person’s personal goals, values, and fears would be a first step in allowing medical professionals to use their training and experience to honor a patient’s wishes.”  CLICK HERE TO READ THE ENTIRE ARTICLE […]

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    John Slobodnik

    Thank you for opening up the complexity of end of life issues