8- 09 Do Not Resuscitate

Question 1

How does Captain ensure the DNRC is valid? (5)

Answer 1

1. serial number and completion of:
2. patient’s name
3. tick box has been checked to identify that one of the conditions has been met
4. a signature by physician or nurse
5. the date the form was signed

Question 2

What interventions shall be provided, if DNR is valid? (2)

Answer 2

1. suctioning

2. oxygen

Question 3

What needs to be completed by Captain, upn return to station?

Answer 3

1. document event in remarks section of MAR form

2. record serial number of DNR form

Question 4

What shall be done if there is a valid DNR form but it is not present and family blocks access to patient?

Answer 4

remain on-scene until ambulance arrives