This case examines perioperative suspension of a do-not-resuscitate (DNR) order during surgery. The commentary considers the appropriateness of DNR orders; types of DNR order suspension in the context of alternative anesthesia techniques; and what is required from a surgeon, anesthesiologist, and patient or surrogate to reach a decision expressing the patient’s best interest. It concludes by offering communication recommendations based on joint discussion and decision sharing.
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Loeb, A. E., Jia, S. Y., & Humbyrd, C. J. (2020, April 1). Case and commentary what should an anesthesiologist and surgeon do when they disagree about terms of perioperative DNR suspension? AMA Journal of Ethics. American Medical Association. https://doi.org/10.1001/AMAJETHICS.2020.283
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