• Int J Palliat Nurs · Aug 2014

    Multicenter Study

    Jordanian critical care nurses' attitudes toward and experiences of do not resuscitate orders.

    • Murad Al Khalaileh.
    • Assistant Professor, School of Nursing, Al al-Bayt University, PO Box 130040, Mafraq 25113, Jordan.
    • Int J Palliat Nurs. 2014 Aug 1;20(8):403-8.

    BackgroundDo not resuscitate (DNR) decisions are an issue of considerable sensitivity for patients and their relatives, as well as health professionals.PurposeThe aim of this study was to explore Jordanian critical care nurses' attitudes towards and experiences of DNR decisions in clinical practice.MethodsA cross-sectional survey design was used. The sample consisted of 111 nurses working in intensive care units in three government hospitals in Jordan.ResultsFifty nine per cent of the participants were female. Most were under the age of 35 (69%) and 75% had a bachelor's degree. Most (67%) thought that the patient's family should be involved in DNR decision making. The majority (81%) reported that they preferred a coding system documenting DNR decisions in either the physician or nursing notes. Fifty eight per cent agreed that a standard DNR form should be kept with the patient's medical notes. Only 21% reported actual participation in DNR decisions.ConclusionThis study demonstrates that Jordanian critical care nurses are willing to participate in DNR discussions and decision-making processes. Each hospital in the country should have a written DNR policy to guide and discipline health-care providers' practice.

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