Course detail
DNACPR, ReSPECT and Advance Care Planning
This course explains how people’s wishes, clinical recommendations and legal decisions can guide emergency and future care. Learners explore conversations about cardiopulmonary resuscitation (CPR), the ReSPECT process, advance care planning, the Mental Capacity Act 2005, documentation, escalation and person-centred practice. The focus is on safe, respectful support in CQC-regulated adult social care settings in England.
Topics
25
Duration
1.4h
Quiz pass mark
100%
Course structure
Learning path
Topics are completed in order before the final assessment unlocks.
Course Description
1. Understanding future care planning
2. Different documents and their effects
3. CPR and cardiac arrest
4. DNACPR recommendations
5. ReSPECT process
6. Advance care planning conversations
7. Mental Capacity Act 2005
8. Consent and shared decision-making
9. Advance decisions to refuse treatment
10. Lasting powers of attorney
11. Best interests when capacity is lacking
12. Equality, disability and human rights
13. CQC and provider responsibilities
14. Responsibilities and role boundaries
15. Emergency response with a plan
16. Care when CPR is not recommended
17. Record keeping and document accessibility
18. Reviewing plans and changes of mind
19. Care homes: practical application
20. Domiciliary care: practical application
21. Supported living: practical application
22. Handling disagreement and safeguarding
23. Practical scenario: unclear instructions
24. Course summary and key learning points
Final quiz
Final step0 questions and 100% required to pass and receive the certificate.
