Do not resuscitate orders in schools

Increased medical knowledge and technology have led to the survival of many children who previously would have died of a variety of conditions. As the se children with continuing life-threatening problems reach school age, fam ilies, professionals, and paraprofessionals have to deal with the challenge s involved in their care. Some children may be at high risk of dying while in school. When families have chosen to limit resuscitative efforts, school officials should understand the medical, emotional, and legal issues invol ved.