Do Not Resuscitate Order
/ˈdu nɒt ˌrɛsəˈsɪteɪt ˈɔrdər/
Definitions
- (n.) A legal directive/orders instructing medical personnel not to perform cardiopulmonary resuscitation (CPR) if a patient's breathing or heartbeat stops.
The hospital applied the patient's do not resuscitate order per his wishes.
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- do not resuscitate order
- do not resuscitate orders
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Commentary
Used primarily to respect patient's autonomy in end-of-life care; must be clearly documented and legally compliant to be effective.
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