title: Do not resuscitate orders: the issues.
abstract: The decision whether or not to attempt resuscitation of certain patients can be difficult and complex. This article discusses the ethical, legal and professional issues in do not resuscitate orders, with particular reference to the nurse's role and professional accountability.
authors.affiliation: Manor Hospital, Walsall.
authors.forename: P
authors.initials: P
authors.lastname: Jevon
mesh_terms: D003657:Decision Making; D004993:Ethics, Nursing; D006801:Humans; D009731:Nursing Audit; D017410:Practice Guidelines as Topic; D011361:Professional Competence; D016414:Resuscitation Orders / Q000331:legislation & jurisprudence / Q000523:psychology; D006113:United Kingdom