Barriers and facilitators for cardiopulmonary resuscitation discussions with people with heart failure

For all, constructive past experiences of important conversations motivates engagement with CPR discussions. A realistic understanding of health status and likely cardio-pulmonary resuscitation outcome (all stakeholders), and training, skills, preparation and multidisciplinary support (clinicians) provide physical and psychological capability. Findings should inform organisational structures and training to ensure opportunity for this important clinical practice to take place.