Today I had nurse Steve come by and we had an interesting conversation. Let me start from the begging.
A couple weeks ago a man under his care died. He preformed CPR on the man. He ask the family to call 911 emergency, (ambulance). The family said NO. The man was dead ,no vital signs, and they wanted it all to end with his peaceful passing. So he called his supervising doctor who pronounced the man.
When he turned in his report his supervisor told him he violated his duty by stopping the CPR. That once he starts he cannot stop CPR unless he is relieved by the Paramedics, ambulance no matter what the family wants.
Now here is the rub and where it effects me ( my designated rep ).
Ether I state that I am a DNR (do not resuscitate ) or not. DNR, you will receive no help. Without a DNR medical personnel perform and make the decisions. There is no limiting or controlling factor for you because that right has been taken away.
Wether ambulance is called, medical procedures are performed or not or any other medical decisions are made are my sole responsibility. I do not relinquish this responsibility or take it lightly.
Stand up take responsibility . Stop passing your responsibilities off on others . There is no FREE health care. Bernie ( DNC ) told you last night that you will pay for it just not at point of receipt. People make me laugh.
I have an iron clad medical power of attorney. Months ago when I was diagnosed I went out and put all my legal matters in order. Those who have been following me have seen the posts going through that journey back then.
Get a medical power of attorney. A Will and make sure you have your wishes covered. They are not expensive $10-15 .
Wolfhart