Analyzing The American Nurses Position Statement

The American Nurses Association created a revised position statement in 2020 regarding Nursing Care and Do-not-resuscitate (DNR) Decisions. The position statement from the ANA emphasizes the crucial role of nurses in actively engaging in discussions regarding the choice of a DNR code with not only the patients themselves, but also their families and the interprofessional healthcare team members. The statement mentions that care for patients with a DNR order should be no different from care for any other patient. Nurses should respect and advocate for the patient’s preferences and values, promote their well-being, and work to alleviate their suffering. The ANA asserts that “Patients with do-not-resuscitate orders must not be abandoned, nor should these orders lead to any diminishment in quality of care.” (ANA, 2020). This statement

Similarly, the ANA position statement mentions the need for nurses to engage in respectful discussions about resuscitation preferences with patients, recognizing their personal autonomy for their plan of care. This comparison shows the importance of the nurse’s role in advocating for their patients and working with the interprofessional team while doing so. Next, both the position statement and Provision 1 highlight compassion in nursing practice. Provision 1 mentions the nurse's duty to practice with compassion, while the ANA position statement says the DNR order should not lead to any diminishment in quality of care, which I believe takes compassion, especially in sensitive situations such as end-of-life care. Finally, both the ANA position statement and Provision 1 highlight the importance of promoting patients' well-being and alleviating suffering. Provision 1 emphasizes the nurse's commitment to promoting health and well-being, while the position statement ensures that patients are never abandoned and receive appropriate