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Re: Euthanasia/PD/A plea
The issue of 'living will' and 'no code status' is probably a very important one for this group. It is essential for list participants to understand that while the Catholic Church is often viewed as opposed to such measures, it is within the bounds of Church teaching to refuse 'extraordinary means;' any invasive procedure that is used to extend life can be legitimately rejected by the patient or his/her family. Please note that even though a living will is included in the documentation on the hospital chart and within physicians records, it does not mean that a 'no code' status is automatically ordered. In our hospital a physician must write the order specificially denying cardio-pulmonary resuscitation. If you have discussed this issue, and come to the conclusion that CPR is not to be done in the event of sudden death, then please remind your physician to include the order *every* time you, or your loved one, is hospitalized. ----- Mary Ann
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