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Compassion in Dying
WEBWorking to improve healthcare practice. Everything we do starts with what dying people tell us. We listen to what they say and amplify their voices. We shift attitudes and drive changes to the healthcare system. So people’s end-of-life decisions are heard, understood and respected when it matters most. Read more about our approach.
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Do not resuscitate (DNR) forms and CPR decisions
WEBCardiopulmonary resuscitation (CPR) is an emergency treatment used to attempt to restart a person’s heart and breathing. CPR can include: chest compressions (pressing down hard on the chest repeatedly) electrical shocks to stimulate the heart (sometimes more than once) injections of medicine. artificial ventilation of the lungs.
Make an advance decision (living will) Compassion in Dying
WEBMake an advance decision (living will) You can use this free online service to make an advance decision (living will). An advance decision is a form which lets you refuse any medical treatments that you do not want to be given in the future. It is not the same as an advance statement which is used to record the care you want in the future.
Voluntarily stopping eating and drinking (VSED)
WEBVSED, by contrast, was ‘‘peaceful’’ and ‘‘a very good death.’’. Importantly, most carers found meaning in their loved ones being able to exert control in their life at the end, particularly when poor health had limited their independence. 5. The decision to stop eating and drinking as a means to hasten death is a hugely
I wish I had known – Compassion in Dying
WEBConversations about the end of life. Research has recognised that the reluctance of health and social care professionals to instigate end-of-life conversations can lead to a “perpetual cycle of non discussion”. 7. Through our own work we have learned how this has denied dying people the opportunity to talk about their wishes and make
Healthcare professionals hub – Compassion in Dying
WEBThe inconvenient truth about dying. When it comes to dying, we shouldn’t gloss over the difficult bits. We’re here to help healthcare professionals. So our resources, information and templates are all available free of charge to help you support your patients.
Electronic end-of-life records
WEBAn electronic end-of-life record, previously called Palliative Care Coordination Systems (EPaCCS), is a digital record of key information relating to someone’s palliative and end-of-life care including advance care plans, CPR decisions, diagnosis, medications and other information that could be needed in an emergency.
Briefing for House of Commons debate on end of life care
WEBIn March 2016 there was a short debate in the House of Commons on end of life care. We welcomed the debate and submitted this briefing on it. Download the briefing (PDF, 284 KB) Share content: Estimates day debate, Wednesday 2nd March 2016. Compassion in Dying supports people to plan ahead for their end of life care and enable them to die well.
Health power of attorney – Compassion in Dying
WEBmake a formal complaint to the hospital or care provider. If you need support as an attorney contact us by: phone on 0800 999 2434. email at [email protected]. A health power of attorney is a legal document that lets you give someone you trust the power to make decisions for you.
DNACPR forms and CPR decisions – Compassion in Dying
WEBGuidance for healthcare professionals. DNACPR (do not attempt cardiopulmonary resuscitation) forms protect patients from being given CPR inappropriately. Some patients and relatives are confused about how DNACPR decisions are made. It is important that any decision made about DNACPR is communicated properly to reduce the risk of conflict
Advance statement – Compassion in Dying
WEBAn advance statement is a form that lets you record the care you want in the future. It can cover any aspect of your care including: where you want to be cared for, for example at home or in a hospice. your daily routine, for example when you like to get up and eat your meals. your religious beliefs and how these affect your care.
Order a notice of advance decision card – Compassion in Dying
WEBOrder a notice of advance decision card. If you’ve already completed your advance decision (living will) form, we provide wallet-sized notice cards to keep with you in case of an emergency. Step 1 of 6. Have you completed your advance decision form? (Required) This card should only be used by people who have a completed advance decision form.
Sikhism: wishes for care and treatment – Compassion in Dying
WEBFor some, accepting the will of God may be at odds with recommended medical treatment plans. Some believe that death is God’s will, and that we as humans have no right to intervene.Treatment by a health care professional of the same sex is preferable. Sikhs may refuse treatment that necessitates body hair removal, since …
The new ReSPECT process – Compassion in Dying
WEBThe new ReSPECT (Recommended Summary Plan for Emergency Treatment and Care) process was made public last week. Central to the ReSPECT process is a two-sided form, which allows clinicians to record a summary of discussions with patients about how they want to be treated in an emergency. Crucially, it allows patients to …
Carers providing end-of-life care need much more support, new …
WEBCarers providing end-of-life care need much more support, new research has found “This report shows that there is work to be done in end-of-life-care, not only to ensure individuals are making their wishes known, but also in better supporting carers”
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