Table 2 Decisions on treatment restrictions in incapacitated patients
From: Advance directives, proxy opinions, and treatment restrictions in patients with severe stroke
|  | Patients without discussions on treatment restrictions (n = 8) | Patients with discussions on treatment restrictions (n = 41) | |
|---|---|---|---|
Patients who previously expressed their wishes (written/oral) (n = 19) | Patients in whom was advised in their best interest (n = 22) | ||
Full supportive care | 8 | 1 | 4 |
DNR | 0 | 4 | 6 |
Withhold admission at ICU | 0 | 6 | 9 |
No curative treatment of complications | 0 | 1 | 0 |
Withhold artificial nutrition and hydration | 0 | 7 | 3 |