zella
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Post by zella on Jun 5, 2015 19:33:44 GMT
I work for an adult family home. The residents are all very elderly and have at least some dementia.
We've been told that even with the residents that have DNR's in place (do not resuscitate), we have to call 911 if they stop breathing. Why? When my dad died in similar circumstances we didn't have to do that (he was in an adult family home and had severe dementia). Is it based on whether or not the person has hospice care (my dad did). That doesn't seem right.
I am an RN, but I don't know the legalities or reasons for this. If anyone can help me out, I'd appreciate it.
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Post by Zee on Jun 5, 2015 19:45:25 GMT
I think that question can only really be answered by your employer.
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Loydene
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Post by Loydene on Jun 5, 2015 19:50:43 GMT
It probably has more to do with your insurance coverage than any medical purpose.
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scrapaddie
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Post by scrapaddie on Jun 5, 2015 19:55:44 GMT
Some might worry about the possibility of abuse if the squad is not called. Family member is tired of Uncke Harry hanging on.... Let's help him along.... We have all seen TV shows where an 'angel of mercy' speeds things along..... Maybe it protection from this or even from accusations of this
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Post by Eddie-n-Harley on Jun 6, 2015 1:06:53 GMT
When you say "adult family home," I am picturing something that is primarily a residence, not a medical facility. I'd guess it's tied to that. Like, if I had a DNR on file, I would give it to my medical staff, not my landlord. The fact that you have incidental medical staff available may not insulate your facility for liability for failure to call for aid. (I don't know if any of this is accurate; I am only guessing.)
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zella
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Post by zella on Jun 6, 2015 1:27:01 GMT
Adult family home: home-like environment with 24 hour caregivers and a nurse on call (that would be me).
I will ask the owner, but I wondered if anyone here knew.
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Post by GiantsFan on Jun 6, 2015 1:35:34 GMT
Only a guess, but maybe it's due to liability or abuse issues. You call 911 then let the FD/paramedics handle it.
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