Quote:
|
'This is definitely one of the most extreme cases we have seen of a DNR order being not only imposed on a patient without consent or consultation, but to use Down's Syndrome and learning difficulties as a reason to withhold lifesaving treatment is nothing short of blatant prejudice.
|
I agree with this completely. That story is ridiculous...I didnt even know about DNR orders until today actually. I do think a patient should be able to decide they do not want certain treatments, but until they make this clear docs should do everything they can to save them, regardless of their disabilities.