Hi Onk, i have a DNR as i have a bad heart which would probably stop permanently if anything serious happened to it. But i also have a ResPECT form which covers everything else regarding what treatments and what health conditions i wouldn't want.
I was asked about whether, or not, I wanted a DNR about an hour before my last surgery. I’d just turned 60, and was told that medically, I was very fit, young, and low risk! I was very vocal about my choice. Luckily the person asking me was part of my surgical team, and was very supportive. I have had a discussion with my oncology doctor about this, and have been reassured that if it’s not in my best interests they would not resuscitate me.
Hi Jools, I have had 4 minor heart Ops lately, keyhole surgery with nerve blocks, so tiny amounts of anaesthetic, but as i have a bad heart there was a small chance of complications so was asked every time about DNR. They were very nice about it and i never concerned.
