Dr. David Jones's 'Do Not Resuscitate'

The goal of medicine: restore health, minimize harm, and maximize benefits. In many cases, end-of-life patients may get to a point where resuscitation poses harm rather than benefits. The ‘Do Not Resuscitate’ (DNR) orders allow a patient to decide whether or not a healthcare professional may resuscitate them in the event of cardiac or respiratory distress. However, the topic is controversial as it sparks debates concerning ethics. In a speech to families of hospice patients, Dr. David Jones passionately proves the need for Do Not Resuscitate orders to offer optimal care for patients by explaining the reality of resuscitation, the power of advance directives, and the necessity of compassion. In reality, resuscitation presents a complex medical

Dr. Jones’s focus on emotional appeal works towards his purpose by highlighting the compassionate and humane reality of this medical choice. He then presents uplifting diction to effectively communicate the advantages of DNR orders. He establishes that DNRs are “compassionate” (para. 2). 5) and “empowering” (para. 2). 5) for end-of-life care as they can “alleviate” (para. 2). 5) Additional suffering. Dr. Jones’s selection of optimistic words supporting his last point drives home his argument by supporting DNR orders once again in a positive manner. It contrasts the negative perception of DNRs mentioned earlier in the speech to a more positive reality. This uplifting diction works towards the purpose by emphasizing dignity and respect for a patient’s wishes communicated within a DNR. Dr. David Jones advocates for DNR orders by revealing the true effects of resuscitation, the significance of advance directives, and by calling for empathy in end-of-life care. To honor a patient’s wishes throughout their life, Do Not Resuscitate orders must remain valid and discussed among those it impacts. DNR orders allow everyone the deserved experience of peace and comfort during final