Do Not Attempt – CPR (DNA-CPR)
Part 3 of HSE National Consent Policy 2022 provides a decision-making framework to facilitate the advanced discussion of personal preferences regarding Cardio Pulmonary Resuscitation (CPR) and Do Not Attempt – CPR (DNACPR) orders and to ensure that decisions relating to CPR and DNACPR orders are made consistently, transparently and in line with best international practice.
DNA-CPR research project
The National Office for Human Rights and Equality Policy has contracted Dr John Lombard Lecturer in Law, and his team at the University of Limerick to undertake research on Do Not Attempt Cardiopulmonary Resuscitation (DNACPR) to identify best DNACPR practice, training and policy to inform the drafting of a new standalone DNACPR policy for the HSE.
We are currently undertaking research on Do Not Attempt Cardiopulmonary Resuscitation (DNACPR) practice and policy with researchers from the University of Limerick.
To inform future policy development, we are interested in capturing the experiences and opinions of healthcare workers and service providers through a questionnaire.
Access the questionnaire
The questionnaire will remain open for responses until close of business on Friday 10th November.
A participant information letter providing further details on the research is available here DNACPR_Information_Letter.pdf (size 80.1 KB)
Please bring this questionnaire to the attention of your colleagues and circulate through your networks.
Guidance regarding Cardiopulmonary Resuscitation and DNAR Decision-Making during COVID-19
A supplementary guidance document was developed for health and social care professionals (HSCPs) during the COVID-19 pandemic. It was applicable to all care environments where services are provided for and on behalf of the HSE including acute hospitals, the ambulance service, community hospitals, residential care settings, general practice and home care.
Read the Guidance regarding Cardiopulmonary Resuscitation and DNAR Decision-Making during COVID-19 document
