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Is the Unilateral DNR Ever Ethical?
Is the Unilateral DNR Ever Ethical?
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The presentation explored the ethical complexities of unilateral Do Not Resuscitate (DNR) orders, emphasizing the moral agency of healthcare professionals. The speaker explained that while patients or their representatives typically consent to medical treatments, there is a default consent to resuscitation unless stated otherwise. The ethical justification for unilateral DNRs centers on the notion that healthcare professionals should not be compelled to act against their professional judgment, as it can lead to moral distress and burnout. Professional and organizational support exists for unilateral DNRs over patient objection, but views differ among physicians, ethicists, and courts. While some U.S. states and European legal systems support unilateral DNRs, others reject them. The speaker advised knowing local laws and suggested following a seven-step dispute resolution process for potentially inappropriate treatments, highlighting that unilateral DNRs, though controversial, can be ethically justified, especially in emergency situations.
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One-Hour Concurrent Session | Using the “F Word" in the ICU: Futility and Its Ethical Conundrums in Critical Care
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2024
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unilateral DNR orders
ethical complexities
moral agency
healthcare professionals
dispute resolution process
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