ReSPECT

ReSPECT

Recommended Summary Plan for Emergency Care and Treatment

This guide explains ReSPECT and how personalised recommendations can help healthcare professionals understand what matters to someone if they become seriously unwell and cannot make or communicate decisions during an emergency.

It explores the wider conversation behind the ReSPECT form, including treatment priorities, clinical recommendations, CPR decisions, capacity and advance care planning.

It includes:

• What ReSPECT is and who it can be used for
• The conversation behind a ReSPECT plan
• What emergency treatments can be considered
• The difference between ReSPECT and DNACPR
• Preferences alongside clinical judgement
• Mental capacity and family involvement
• The difference between ReSPECT and an ADRT
• Reviewing and accessing the plan
• What to do if you disagree with a recommendation
• Preparing for a ReSPECT conversation

A clear introduction to planning ahead for emergency healthcare while keeping the person’s priorities, values and clinical needs at the centre.

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