Re: DNR in the Field

[<nomads@ekno.com>]

Quoting Jeffrey Grimm <jeff.grimm@thedacare.org>:

> In Wisconsin we have what is called a "DNR bracelet."  It can either be
> a > plastic (hospital type) bracelet with the patient's name, signature and
> > physician's signature and a state seal (for authenticity) or it can be a
> > metal medic alert bracelet with the patient's name, DNR status and > 
physician name on it.  The band must be on the patient to be valid, it > cannot 
be defaced or lying next or taped to the pt.  The DNR bracelet is
> > the only acceptable form of prehospital DNR in the state, others may be
> > taken into consideration by med. control on a case by case basis and a > 
code may be called in the field if warranted.


  Jeff,
  I like that idea and it is the first I have heard of it...just a few quick 
questions...
How difficult was it to get the legislation passed and who prompted it?
How was the public educated to the use and necessity of the bracelet?
Any problems with the system so far?

Thanks for your help

David Guernsey RN,BSN,CEN,CFRN
 Alice Springs NT/AU


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