

The Truth about CPR and the Elderly
In his 2013 podcast, Sean Cole explores doctor’s wishes vs the wishes of the general population for end-of-life care interventions. The podcast describes the following scenario: “You have brain damage or some brain disease that can’t be cured. You can’t recognize people, you can’t speak understandably and you’re in this condition for a long time… Indicate your wishes regarding the use of each of the following medical procedures… (The list includes interventions such as CPR,