Use of do-not-resuscitate orders to be reviewed by care regulator

Thousands deprived of their liberty without proper assessment

The Care Quality Commission (CQC) is to review how do not attempt resuscitation (DNAR) decisions were used during the coronavirus pandemic. The work, at the request of the Department of Health and Social Care, is expected to look at people’s experiences in care homes, primary care and hospitals. Earlier this year concerns were reported that…

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