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DNR, abbreviation for do not resuscitate. See no code. DNR do not resuscitate.
DNR Do not resuscitate End of life decisions An order written in a Pt's chart that explicitly and unequivocally states that CPR–eg, intubation, pounding, defibrillation, should not be initiated if a Pt is found in cardiac arrest.
See Medical futility. Cf Advance directives, Euthanasia, Living will. Want to thank TFD for its existence? Tell a friend about us, add a link to this page, add the site to iGoogle, or visit the webmaster's page for free fun content. |
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Advance Directive code status Comfort Care DNAR DNI status do not attempt resuscitation do not resuscitate dying ethics committee euthanasia forgoing of treatment living will medical futility medical malpractice no code no code orders Patient Self-Determination Act persistent vegetative state right-to-die | A trend in the increase in and wider application of DNR status has become evident (Costello, 2002; Daly et al. Once purchased, the wildlife area will be turned over to the Iowa DNR or local County Conservation Boards for management. The DNR is hoping to buy the property to save it from residential development. |
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