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  • Title: Australian nurses' experiences and attitudes in the "Do Not Resuscitate" decision.
    Author: Manias E.
    Journal: Res Nurs Health; 1998 Oct; 21(5):429-41. PubMed ID: 9761140.
    Abstract:
    The effects of Australian nurses' (n=285) awareness of a "Do Not Resuscitate" (DNR) policy and various practice settings on the DNR decision were examined. A questionnaire, developed by the investigator, was used to gauge nurses' experiences and attitudes in DNR practice. Decision making was not significantly affected by nurses' awareness of a DNR policy in hospitals where a policy was present. Although nurses believed that the patient, next-of-kin, and nurse should play a predominant role in the DNR decision, medical staff were usually responsible for the decision. Various strategies are suggested as to how nurses could make a greater impact on the DNR decision.
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