Question: There was a discussion among crews surrounding DNRs and our permitted treatment such as epi can be given for anaphylaxis or silent chest, but not as a pressor as listed on the DNR. That being said, I found a previous Ask MAC question where you addressed isolated epi administration as not very effective (where the BVM is contraindicated due to a valid DNR) in the situation of severe bronchoconstriction. Wondering if the same logic applies to the setting of anaphylactic VSA patients? If we cannot begin CPR or utilize a BVM, should we give isolated epi to that patient, as it is not being given as a pressor? (I'm of the opinion that a VSA patient gets no treatment in the presence of a DNR).

 Thanks for the question.  SWORBHP Medical council would not support giving IM Epinephrine to a VSA patient with a valid DNR.

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Bag Valve Mask (BVM), Do Not Resuscitate (DNR), Vital Signs Absent (VSA)

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