An Ethical Dilemma: Do not Resuscitate

Neelam Saleem*
*The Aga Khan University School of Nursing and Midwifery, Pakistan.
Periodicity:May - July'2013
DOI : https://doi.org/10.26634/jnur.3.2.2341

Abstract

Ethical dilemmas can be well-thought-out by using various viewpoints, each with its own set of values and preference. Nurses face numerous challenges surrounding ethical dilemmas every day and these contrast among vital life and death decisions that have to be taken in a matter of seconds. In this paper to follow, I will discuss a reflective account of an ethical dilemma encountered while on a clinical placement. The dilemma is identified and analysed from a professional and ethical perspective. Also, best solution and recommendations are presented which are grounded on ethical principles and which are also informed by the professional code of conduct.

Keywords

Ethical dilemma, Do not resuscitate, Cardiopulmonary resuscitation, Ethical principles.

How to Cite this Article?

Punjani, N.S. (2013). An Ethical Dilemma: Do not Resuscitate. i-manager’s Journal on Nursing, 3(2), 24-28. https://doi.org/10.26634/jnur.3.2.2341

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