Abstract
ObjectiveTo examine associations of individual exposure and knowledge of resuscitation mechanics and prognosis with specific decision: Do Not Resuscitate (DNR), Full Code (FC) or Undecided (UD). MethodsCross-sectional questionnaire at 3 sites: geriatric assessment center, internal medicine resident clinic, and inpatient palliative care service. Results407 completed the questionnaire: 27% identified as DNR, 24% as FC and 49% as UD. Few (11.8%) respondents reported discussion of DNR status with their primary care doctor. DNR choice was associated with knowledge of DNR mechanics, OR=2.30 (95%CI: 1.23–4.30), physician discussion, OR=5.58 (95%CI: 2.39–13.04) and confidence in understanding own health problems, OR=2.89 (95%CI: 1.04-8.04). FC choice was associated with knowledge of FC mechanics, OR=2.01 (95%CI: 1.03–3.93) and media code exposure, OR=3.80 (95%CI: 1.46–9.92). Knowledge of resuscitation prognosis was negatively associated with FC, OR =0.48 (95%CI: 0.23–0.98). ConclusionMany individuals lack knowledge or understanding of resuscitation procedure, its risks, and prognosis. Educational efforts, for both patients and healthcare professionals, are needed to improve individual knowledge needed for informed decision. Practice ImplicationsScheduled time for physician–patient discussion remains important for education about individual health conditions and risk/benefits related to resuscitation.
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