Rinto

During CPR, some patients "achieve some level of consciousness or alertness without a spontaneous heartbeat." In Nebraska: Any comments on that protocol? I know of an elderly patient who was admitted to the hospital after passing out and being resuscitated at home. At the time it was believed to be from choking. At the hospital he said he wanted to be resuscitated, if necessary, so there was no DNR order. He needed resuscitation about 24 hours after admission. He was clearly awake during chest compressions (he said "stop" at one point). In your opinion, should the Nebraska protocol have been used to sedate the patient? As far as I know, the only drug given for the patients discomfort, at some point, was morphine. I've heard stories about nurses speaking to conscious patients during resuscitation and telling them when they're about to be shocked. Is it ever acceptable for a patient to go through that unsedated?