Download or read book Do Not Resuscitate (DNR) Orders and Emergency Services - what Do We Do?. written by Richard P. Pedersen and published by . This book was released on 1993 with total page 69 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Adopt a standard form for DNR's and adopt policies for accepting only written orders, and include how EMS personnel are to be notified of the DNR. Attempt to ensure immunity for honoring a DNR in good faith. Educate the community on DNR orders and encourage DNR patients and their families to call their physician before calling for an ambulance. Conduct training on ethics for EMS personnel, making sure they know where to get help in dealing with the stress encountered on DNR runs. Point out to EMS personnel that if any doubt exists about the DNR order, they should resuscitate the patient. Continually reevaluate procedures, looking for ways of improving operations in this area.