Advance Decision to Refuse Treatment (ADRT) and Do Not Attempt Cardiopulmonary Resuscitation (DNACPR)

Advance Decision to Refuse Treatment (ADRT) and Do Not Attempt Cardiopulmonary Resuscitation (DNACPR) are two critical concepts in modern healthcare, particularly in the context of patient autonomy and end-of-life care. Both ADRT and DNACPR play pivotal roles in ensuring that medical treatments align with the patient's wishes, especially in situations where they may not be able to communicate their decisions.

ADRT allows individuals to make informed decisions about the types of medical treatment they wish to refuse in the future, should they lack the capacity to communicate these decisions. DNACPR, on the other hand, specifically relates to the decision not to perform cardiopulmonary resuscitation (CPR) in the event of cardiac or respiratory arrest. While both are distinct in their scope and application, they share the common goal of respecting patient autonomy and preventing unnecessary or unwanted medical interventions.