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This order is issued in accordance with the laws of the state of &lt;span style=&#39;background: #BBBBBB;&#39;&gt;_____________&lt;\u002Fspan&gt; and applicable regulations governing Do Not Resuscitate orders.&lt;\u002Fp&gt;    &lt;p&gt;This order does not affect the provision of comfort care, pain management, or other medical treatment that does not constitute resuscitation. Healthcare providers shall continue to provide appropriate palliative care and symptom management.&lt;\u002Fp&gt;    &lt;br&gt;  &lt;p&gt;&lt;center&gt;&lt;p class=&#39;center&#39;&gt;&lt;strong&gt;- Scope of Order -&lt;\u002Fstrong&gt;&lt;\u002Fp&gt;&lt;\u002Fcenter&gt;&lt;\u002Fp&gt;  &lt;p&gt;This Do Not Resuscitate Order applies to the following life-sustaining interventions, which shall &lt;strong&gt;NOT&lt;\u002Fstrong&gt; be performed in the event of cardiac or respiratory arrest:&lt;\u002Fp&gt;  &lt;ol&gt;    &lt;li&gt;Cardiopulmonary Resuscitation (CPR), including chest compressions&lt;\u002Fli&gt;    &lt;li&gt;Cardiac defibrillation or cardioversion&lt;\u002Fli&gt;    &lt;li&gt;Endotracheal intubation or other advanced airway management&lt;\u002Fli&gt;    &lt;li&gt;Artificial ventilation, including bag-valve-mask ventilation&lt;\u002Fli&gt;    &lt;li&gt;Administration of cardiac resuscitation medications, including, but not limited to, epinephrine and vasopressin&lt;\u002Fli&gt;  &lt;\u002Fol&gt;  &lt;p&gt;This order does &lt;strong&gt;NOT&lt;\u002Fstrong&gt; prohibit the following, which shall continue to be provided as medically appropriate:&lt;\u002Fp&gt;  &lt;ol&gt;    &lt;li&gt;Suctioning of the airway&lt;\u002Fli&gt;    &lt;li&gt;Administration of oxygen&lt;\u002Fli&gt;    &lt;li&gt;Comfort care and palliative measures, including pain management&lt;\u002Fli&gt;    &lt;li&gt;Positioning for comfort&lt;\u002Fli&gt;    &lt;li&gt;Emotional and spiritual support&lt;\u002Fli&gt;    &lt;li&gt;Any other treatment not directly related to resuscitation efforts&lt;\u002Fli&gt;  &lt;\u002Fol&gt;  &lt;br&gt;  &lt;p&gt;&lt;center&gt;&lt;p class=&#39;center&#39;&gt;&lt;strong&gt;- Patient or Legal Representative Consent -&lt;\u002Fstrong&gt;&lt;\u002Fp&gt;&lt;\u002Fcenter&gt;&lt;\u002Fp&gt;      &lt;p&gt;I, &lt;strong&gt;&lt;span style=&#39;background: #BBBBBB;&#39;&gt;_____________&lt;\u002Fspan&gt;&lt;\u002Fstrong&gt;, hereby consent to this Do Not Resuscitate Order. I understand the nature and consequences of this order, including that it directs healthcare providers not to attempt cardiopulmonary resuscitation (CPR) or other life-sustaining interventions in the event that my heart stops beating or I stop breathing.&lt;\u002Fp&gt;    &lt;p&gt;I affirm that I am of sound mind, that this decision reflects my own wishes regarding end-of-life care, and that this consent is given voluntarily and without coercion. I have had the opportunity to discuss this decision with my physician, and my questions have been answered to my satisfaction.&lt;\u002Fp&gt;    &lt;p&gt;I understand that this order may be revoked at any time by me or by my attending physician, and that such revocation should be communicated to healthcare providers immediately.&lt;\u002Fp&gt;    &lt;br&gt;    &lt;p&gt;Patient Signature: ___________________________ &amp;nbsp;&amp;nbsp;&amp;nbsp;&amp;nbsp;&amp;nbsp;Date: ___________&lt;\u002Fp&gt;    &lt;p&gt;Printed Name: &lt;span style=&#39;background: #BBBBBB;&#39;&gt;_____________&lt;\u002Fspan&gt;&lt;\u002Fp&gt;    &lt;p&gt;&lt;center&gt;&lt;p class=&#39;center&#39;&gt;&lt;strong&gt;- Physician Certification -&lt;\u002Fstrong&gt;&lt;\u002Fp&gt;&lt;\u002Fcenter&gt;&lt;\u002Fp&gt;  &lt;p&gt;I, &lt;strong&gt;&lt;span style=&#39;background: #BBBBBB;&#39;&gt;_____________&lt;\u002Fspan&gt;&lt;\u002Fstrong&gt;, a physician duly licensed to practice medicine in the state of &lt;span style=&#39;background: #BBBBBB;&#39;&gt;_____________&lt;\u002Fspan&gt;, Medical License No. &lt;strong&gt;&lt;span style=&#39;background: #BBBBBB;&#39;&gt;_____________&lt;\u002Fspan&gt;&lt;\u002Fstrong&gt;, hereby certify the following:&lt;\u002Fp&gt;  &lt;ol&gt;    &lt;li&gt;I have personally examined the Patient, &lt;strong&gt;&lt;span style=&#39;background: #BBBBBB;&#39;&gt;_____________&lt;\u002Fspan&gt;&lt;\u002Fstrong&gt;, or have reviewed the Patient&#39;s medical records and consulted with the Patient&#39;s healthcare team.&lt;\u002Fli&gt;    &lt;li&gt;I have discussed this Do Not Resuscitate Order with the Patient, who has demonstrated the capacity to make informed healthcare decisions.&lt;\u002Fli&gt;    &lt;li&gt;The Patient has been informed of the nature, consequences, and alternatives to this order, including the option to revoke it at any time.&lt;\u002Fli&gt;    &lt;li&gt;This order is entered into the Patient&#39;s medical record and is consistent with the applicable laws of the state of &lt;span style=&#39;background: #BBBBBB;&#39;&gt;_____________&lt;\u002Fspan&gt;.&lt;\u002Fli&gt;  &lt;\u002Fol&gt;  &lt;p&gt;I further direct all healthcare providers who may treat the Patient to honor this Do Not Resuscitate Order. A copy of this order shall have the same force and effect as the original.&lt;\u002Fp&gt;  &lt;br&gt;  &lt;p&gt;Physician Signature: ___________________________ &amp;nbsp;&amp;nbsp;&amp;nbsp;&amp;nbsp;&amp;nbsp;Date: ___________&lt;\u002Fp&gt;  &lt;p&gt;Printed Name: &lt;span style=&#39;background: #BBBBBB;&#39;&gt;_____________&lt;\u002Fspan&gt;&lt;\u002Fp&gt;  &lt;p&gt;Medical License No.: &lt;span style=&#39;background: #BBBBBB;&#39;&gt;_____________&lt;\u002Fspan&gt;&lt;\u002Fp&gt;  &lt;p&gt;Phone: &lt;span style=&#39;background: #BBBBBB;&#39;&gt;_____________&lt;\u002Fspan&gt;&lt;\u002Fp&gt;  &lt;\u002Flndoc&gt;&lt;lndoc id=&quot;INSTRUCTIONS&quot;&gt;  &lt;div class=&#39;-page-break&#39;&gt;&lt;\u002Fdiv&gt;  &lt;p&gt;&lt;center&gt;&lt;p class=&#39;title center&#39;&gt;&lt;strong&gt;INSTRUCTIONS FOR THIS DO NOT RESUSCITATE ORDER&lt;\u002Fstrong&gt;&lt;\u002Fp&gt;&lt;\u002Fcenter&gt;&lt;br \u002F&gt;&lt;br \u002F&gt;&lt;\u002Fp&gt;  &lt;p&gt;This Do Not Resuscitate Order is designed to document a patient&#39;s or legal representative&#39;s decision regarding cardiopulmonary resuscitation (CPR). The instructions below may help clarify specific questions you have while using this document.  &lt;\u002Fp&gt;  &lt;p&gt;&lt;strong&gt;Governing State&lt;\u002Fstrong&gt;&lt;\u002Fp&gt;  &lt;p&gt;When selecting the governing state, be aware that DNR laws vary significantly between states. Some states require specific statutory forms (such as Texas&#39;s OOH-DNR form, New York&#39;s DOH form, or California&#39;s POLST form), and this document may need to be used in conjunction with those state-mandated forms to be fully enforceable. It is the responsibility of the Patient and the Physician to ensure compliance with the specific requirements of the governing state.&lt;\u002Fp&gt;  &lt;p&gt;&lt;strong&gt;Legal Representative&lt;\u002Fstrong&gt;&lt;\u002Fp&gt;  &lt;p&gt;A legal representative may sign this order on behalf of a patient who lacks the capacity to make their own healthcare decisions. The authority of a legal representative is governed by state law and may derive from a healthcare power of attorney, a court-appointed guardianship, or a statutory surrogate hierarchy. The legal representative should be prepared to demonstrate their legal authority if requested by a healthcare provider.&lt;\u002Fp&gt;  &lt;p&gt;&lt;strong&gt;Physician Certification&lt;\u002Fstrong&gt;&lt;\u002Fp&gt;  &lt;p&gt;This order must be signed by a licensed physician. Some states also allow nurse practitioners, physician assistants, or advanced practice registered nurses (APRNs) to sign DNR orders. Consult your state&#39;s law to determine which healthcare professionals are authorized to sign this document in your jurisdiction.&lt;\u002Fp&gt;  &lt;p&gt;&lt;strong&gt;Witnesses and Notarization&lt;\u002Fstrong&gt;&lt;\u002Fp&gt;  &lt;p&gt;Witness and notarization requirements vary by state. Some states require two witnesses, some require notarization, and some require both. In general, witnesses must be at least 18 years old and cannot be the Patient&#39;s healthcare provider, an heir or beneficiary of the Patient&#39;s estate, or a person directly financially responsible for the Patient&#39;s care. Some states have additional restrictions, such as requiring that at least one witness be unrelated to the Patient or that witnesses not be employees of a facility where the Patient is receiving care.&lt;\u002Fp&gt;  &lt;p&gt;&lt;strong&gt;Remote Online Notarization&lt;\u002Fstrong&gt;&lt;\u002Fp&gt;  &lt;p&gt;Remote Online Notarization (RON) allows a notary to perform notarization remotely using audio-visual technology. Not all states permit RON for healthcare documents, and some states that generally allow RON may have restrictions on its use for advance directives or DNR orders. Please confirm that your state permits the use of RON for this type of document before using an online notary service.&lt;\u002Fp&gt;  &lt;p&gt;&lt;strong&gt;Copies and Distribution&lt;\u002Fstrong&gt;&lt;\u002Fp&gt;  &lt;p&gt;It is recommended that copies of this Do Not Resuscitate Order be provided to the following:&lt;\u002Fp&gt;  &lt;ol&gt;    &lt;li&gt;The Patient&#39;s attending physician, to be placed in the Patient&#39;s medical record&lt;\u002Fli&gt;    &lt;li&gt;The Patient or the Patient&#39;s legal representative&lt;\u002Fli&gt;    &lt;li&gt;Any healthcare facility where the Patient is currently receiving care&lt;\u002Fli&gt;    &lt;li&gt;Any emergency medical services (EMS) personnel who may respond to the Patient, if applicable&lt;\u002Fli&gt;    &lt;li&gt;The Patient&#39;s healthcare proxy or agent, if one has been designated&lt;\u002Fli&gt;  &lt;\u002Fol&gt;  &lt;p&gt;A copy of this order has the same force and effect as the original, unless the order has been revoked.&lt;\u002Fp&gt;  &lt;p&gt;&lt;strong&gt;Revocation&lt;\u002Fstrong&gt;&lt;\u002Fp&gt;  &lt;p&gt;This order may be revoked at any time by the Patient, the Patient&#39;s legal representative, or the attending physician. 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It works alongside a DNR order, not instead of it.",{"id":128,"alt":82,"updatedAt":129,"createdAt":130,"url":131,"thumbnailURL":82,"filename":132,"mimeType":133,"filesize":134,"width":135,"height":136,"focalX":95,"focalY":95},233,"2026-07-30T20:32:54.579Z","2026-07-30T20:32:54.490Z","https:\u002F\u002Fs3.us-east-2.amazonaws.com\u002Fshared-cms-main-media.legalnature.com\u002FLiving%20Will%20Preview%20D","Living Will Preview D","image\u002Fwebp",462478,1200,1448,"https:\u002F\u002Fwww.legalnature.com\u002Fcategories\u002Fhealthcare\u002Fliving-will",{"id":139,"title":140,"description":82,"legacyHtml":141,"image":142,"imageUrl":83,"url":149},"6a15a258f13133005943ec05","Medical Power of Attorney","A medical, or healthcare, power of attorney appoints a trusted person to make medical decisions on your behalf if you become incapacitated. 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While a will does not govern medical decisions, it is a foundational estate planning document that works in concert with your advance directives.",{"id":155,"alt":82,"updatedAt":156,"createdAt":157,"url":158,"thumbnailURL":82,"filename":159,"mimeType":133,"filesize":160,"width":135,"height":136,"focalX":95,"focalY":95},235,"2026-07-30T20:33:37.259Z","2026-07-30T20:33:37.211Z","https:\u002F\u002Fs3.us-east-2.amazonaws.com\u002Fshared-cms-main-media.legalnature.com\u002FLWT%20Preview%20D","LWT Preview D",483858,"https:\u002F\u002Fwww.legalnature.com\u002Fcategories\u002Festate-planning\u002Flast-will-and-testament","list",{"hideOnMobile":82,"hideOnDesktop":82},{"id":165,"content":82,"legacyHtml":166,"variant":111,"anchorId":82,"alignment":112,"ctaText":82,"ctaLink":82,"padding":113,"blockName":82,"blockType":114,"visibility":167},"6a15a258f13133005943ec08","\u003Ch2>Types of DNR orders\u003C\u002Fh2>\n\u003Cp>\u003Cstrong>The type of DNR order that applies to you depends on where you receive care, when the DNR is created, and the scope of resuscitation decisions you want to address. LegalNature's DNR form can be applied generally and are state compliant in all 50 states and the District of Columbia.\u003C\u002Fstrong>\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cdiv>\u003C\u002Fdiv>\n\u003Cp>\u003Cstrong>In-Hospital DNR Order\u003C\u002Fstrong> An in-hospital DNR instructs the hospital care team not to perform CPR during an inpatient stay. It is documented in your hospital chart and applies only within that facility. If you are discharged, the order does not automatically travel with you.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\u003Cstrong>Out-of-Hospital DNR Order\u003C\u002Fstrong> An out-of-hospital DNR&mdash;sometimes called a prehospital DNR&mdash;applies outside of hospital settings. It directs emergency medical technicians (EMTs) and first responders not to initiate CPR if called to your home, a nursing facility, or another community location. This is the form most relevant for patients managing serious illness at home or in hospice care.\u003C\u002Fp>",{"hideOnMobile":82,"hideOnDesktop":82},{"id":169,"heading":170,"showStates":171,"hideOnStateOverride":171,"blockName":82,"blockType":172,"visibility":173},"6a15a258f13133005943ec09","Create a DNR order in your state.",false,"state-selector",{"hideOnMobile":82,"hideOnDesktop":82},{"id":175,"content":82,"legacyHtml":176,"variant":177,"anchorId":82,"alignment":112,"ctaText":178,"ctaLink":82,"padding":82,"blockName":82,"blockType":114,"visibility":179},"6a15a258f13133005943ec0a","\u003Ch3>When do you need a DNR order?\u003C\u002Fh3>\n\u003Cp>\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>A DNR order is not only for patients who are terminally ill. Anyone who has strong feelings about resuscitation, regardless of age or current health, may consider putting a DNR in place as part of thoughtful advance care planning.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>The following circumstances most commonly prompt people to create a DNR order:\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cul>\n\u003Cli>\u003Cstrong>Serious or terminal illness.\u003C\u002Fstrong> Patients with cancer, heart failure, advanced COPD, or other life-limiting conditions often discuss a DNR with their physician as part of a broader care plan.\u003C\u002Fli>\n\u003Cli>\u003Cstrong>Advanced age.\u003C\u002Fstrong> Older adults who understand that CPR carries significant risks and a low success rate in elderly populations may choose a DNR as a matter of personal preference and dignity.\u003C\u002Fli>\n\u003Cli>\u003Cstrong>Hospice enrollment.\u003C\u002Fstrong> Hospice care is built around comfort rather than curative treatment. A DNR is standard practice&mdash;though not legally required&mdash;for patients receiving hospice services.\u003C\u002Fli>\n\u003Cli>\u003Cstrong>Personal values.\u003C\u002Fstrong> Some individuals hold religious, philosophical, or personal beliefs that align with allowing natural death. A DNR formalizes those values in a legally recognized document.\u003C\u002Fli>\n\u003Cli>\u003Cstrong>Prior resuscitation experience.\u003C\u002Fstrong> Patients or family members who have witnessed or experienced unsuccessful CPR sometimes choose a DNR in light of that experience.\u003C\u002Fli>\n\u003C\u002Ful>\n\u003Cp>\u003Cstrong>You do not need to be in a medical crisis to create a DNR order. In fact, the document is most useful when it is in place well before an emergency occurs.\u003C\u002Fstrong>\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>A conversation with your physician is an important first step. Your doctor can help you understand your prognosis, the realistic outcomes of CPR given your specific condition, and the options available in your state.\u003C\u002Fp>","highlight","Create Your DNR Order Today",{"hideOnMobile":82,"hideOnDesktop":82},{"id":181,"content":82,"legacyHtml":182,"variant":111,"anchorId":82,"alignment":112,"ctaText":82,"ctaLink":82,"padding":113,"blockName":82,"blockType":114,"visibility":183},"6a15a258f13133005943ec0b","\u003Ch2>DNR order vs. living will: what's the difference?\u003C\u002Fh2>\n\u003Cp>A DNR order and a \u003Cspan style=\"text-decoration: underline; color: #3db1ff;\">\u003Cstrong>\u003Ca href=\"https:\u002F\u002Fwww.legalnature.com\u002Fcategories\u002Fhealthcare\u002Fliving-will\" style=\"color: #3db1ff; text-decoration: underline;\" rel=\"follow noopener\" target=\"_blank\">living will\u003C\u002Fa>\u003C\u002Fstrong>\u003C\u002Fspan> are both advance care planning documents, but they serve different functions and operate through different legal mechanisms.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\u003Cstrong>A living will expresses your general wishes about end-of-life care; a DNR order is a specific, immediately enforceable medical instruction about CPR.\u003C\u002Fstrong>\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>A \u003Cstrong>\u003Cspan style=\"text-decoration: underline;\">\u003Cspan style=\"color: #3db1ff; text-decoration: underline;\">\u003Ca href=\"https:\u002F\u002Fwww.legalnature.com\u002Fcategories\u002Fhealthcare\u002Fliving-will\" style=\"color: #3db1ff; text-decoration: underline;\" rel=\"follow noopener\" target=\"_blank\">living will\u003C\u002Fa>\u003C\u002Fspan>\u003C\u002Fspan>\u003C\u002Fstrong> does not replace a DNR order, and a DNR order does not replace a living will. Many people complete both documents as part of a broader estate and healthcare planning strategy. The living will communicates your values and broader treatment preferences; the DNR order gives care providers a clear, actionable instruction they can follow without waiting for further interpretation.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>If you have named a \u003Cstrong>\u003Cspan style=\"text-decoration: underline;\">\u003Cspan style=\"color: #3db1ff; text-decoration: underline;\">\u003Ca href=\"https:\u002F\u002Fwww.legalnature.com\u002Fcategories\u002Fhealthcare\u002Fmedical-power-of-attorney\" style=\"color: #3db1ff; text-decoration: underline;\" rel=\"follow noopener\" target=\"_blank\">medical power of attorney\u003C\u002Fa>\u003C\u002Fspan>\u003C\u002Fspan>\u003C\u002Fstrong> agent, that person may have authority to request a DNR order on your behalf if you become incapacitated, but only if your state law and your POA document permit it. Consulting with an attorney is recommended if you have questions about the scope of your agent's authority.\u003C\u002Fp>",{"hideOnMobile":82,"hideOnDesktop":82},{"id":185,"heading":186,"blockName":82,"items":187,"blockType":208,"visibility":209},"6a15a258f13133005943ec11","How to create a DNR order",[188,192,196,200,204],{"id":189,"title":190,"description":82,"legacyHtml":191},"6a15a258f13133005943ec0c","1. Discuss Your Wishes With Your Physician","Your doctor will want to understand your medical history, current condition, and reasons for requesting a DNR. This conversation also ensures you understand what CPR involves and what outcomes are realistic given your health.",{"id":193,"title":194,"description":82,"legacyHtml":195},"6a15a258f13133005943ec0d","2. Identify the Correct Form for Your State","DNR requirements vary by state. Some states have a standardized statutory form; others accept physician-drafted orders. LegalNature's platform generates the correct state-specific form automatically based on your location.",{"id":197,"title":198,"description":82,"legacyHtml":199},"6a15a258f13133005943ec0e","3. Complete the Patient, Physician, and Witness Information Sections","Provide the name, date of birth, and address of each signing party. Physicians should also include their license number to verify their accreditation.",{"id":201,"title":202,"description":82,"legacyHtml":203},"6a15a258f13133005943ec0f","4. Sign the Document in Accordance With Your State's Requirements","Most states require the patient's signature (or the signature of a legal representative) and the signature of a licensed physician. Some states require witness signatures as well. LegalNature's form allows you to choose three options for executing the document.",{"id":205,"title":206,"description":82,"legacyHtml":207},"6a15a258f13133005943ec10","5. Place the Signed DNR Where Care Providers Can Find It","In a hospital or nursing facility, the form goes into your medical record. At home, keep the original in a visible location—many states recommend the refrigerator door or near the front entrance—and give copies to your physician, any named healthcare agent, and close family members.","steps",{"hideOnMobile":82,"hideOnDesktop":82},{"id":211,"heading":212,"description":82,"legacyHtml":213,"image":214,"imageUrl":83,"layout":223,"blockName":82,"blockType":224,"visibility":225},"6a15a258f13133005943ec12","Why choose LegalNature?","LegalNature's dedicated team offers step-by-step guidance to navigate the nuances of advanced care planning across all 50 states and the District of Columbia. LegalNature offers a 30-day money-back guarantee. If you're not happy, then we’re not happy. Give us a call and let us help.",{"id":215,"alt":82,"updatedAt":216,"createdAt":217,"url":218,"thumbnailURL":82,"filename":219,"mimeType":133,"filesize":220,"width":221,"height":222,"focalX":95,"focalY":95},218,"2026-07-29T18:21:40.238Z","2026-07-29T18:21:40.153Z","https:\u002F\u002Fs3.us-east-2.amazonaws.com\u002Fshared-cms-main-media.legalnature.com\u002FWhy%20Choose","Why Choose",204042,786,958,"image-right","media-content",{"hideOnMobile":82,"hideOnDesktop":82},{"id":227,"content":82,"legacyHtml":228,"variant":111,"anchorId":82,"alignment":112,"ctaText":82,"ctaLink":82,"padding":113,"blockName":82,"blockType":114,"visibility":229},"6a15a258f13133005943ec13","\u003Ch2>Do not resuscitate help guide\u003C\u002Fh2>\n\u003Cp>A do not resuscitate order is one of the most personal documents in advance care planning, and one of the most misunderstood. This guide synthesizes the key points from this page and addresses terminology and distinctions that frequently cause confusion.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Ch3>What a DNR Order Actually Does (and Doesn't Do)\u003C\u002Fh3>\n\u003Cp>A DNR order does one thing: it instructs care providers not to perform CPR if your heart or breathing stops. It does not suspend all treatment, accelerate death, or override your other medical wishes. Every other intervention&mdash;pain relief, surgery, antibiotics, comfort care&mdash;remains fully available unless you have separately addressed it in a living will or POLST form. The document's narrow scope is a feature, not a limitation. It allows you to make one high-stakes decision clearly without affecting anything else.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Ch3>\"DNR,\" \"No Code,\" and \"Allow Natural Death\" &mdash; The Same Instruction\u003C\u002Fh3>\n\u003Cp>You may encounter different terms depending on where you receive care. \u003Cstrong>\"DNR,\" \"no code,\" and \"allow natural death\" (AND) all describe the same medical instruction:\u003C\u002Fstrong> do not attempt CPR. Hospital staff often use \"no code\" in clinical settings; some providers and patient advocates prefer \"allow natural death\" because it emphasizes comfort and dignity rather than refusal. All three terms carry the same legal and medical weight when documented in a properly executed order. If your physician or care facility uses different language than you expect, ask for clarification. The underlying instruction should be identical.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Ch3>In-Hospital vs. Out-of-Hospital: The Distinction That Matters Most\u003C\u002Fh3>\n\u003Cp>The single most important practical question about a DNR order is where it applies. An in-hospital DNR lives in your chart and governs your care team within that facility only. An out-of-hospital DNR travels with you; it is the form that emergency responders, home health aides, and nursing facility staff can act on outside of a hospital. If you are managing serious illness at home or enrolled in hospice, an out-of-hospital DNR is the operative document. Many patients need both. LegalNature's document is applicable to both situations.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Ch3>How a DNR Fits Into a Complete Advance Care Plan\u003C\u002Fh3>\n\u003Cp>A DNR order works best as part of a coordinated set of documents. Here is a useful way to think about the relationship:\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cul>\n\u003Cli>Your \u003Cspan style=\"text-decoration: underline;\">\u003Cspan style=\"color: #3db1ff; text-decoration: underline;\">\u003Ca href=\"https:\u002F\u002Fwww.legalnature.com\u002Fcategories\u002Festate-planning\u002Flast-will-and-testament\" style=\"color: #3db1ff; text-decoration: underline;\" rel=\"follow noopener\" target=\"_blank\">\u003Cstrong>last will and testament\u003C\u002Fstrong>\u003C\u002Fa>\u003C\u002Fspan>\u003C\u002Fspan> addresses what happens to your property after death.\u003C\u002Fli>\n\u003Cli>Your \u003Cspan style=\"text-decoration: underline;\">\u003Cspan style=\"color: #3db1ff; text-decoration: underline;\">\u003Ca href=\"https:\u002F\u002Fwww.legalnature.com\u002Fcategories\u002Fhealthcare\u002Fmedical-power-of-attorney\" style=\"color: #3db1ff; text-decoration: underline;\" rel=\"follow noopener\" target=\"_blank\">\u003Cstrong>medical power of attorney\u003C\u002Fstrong>\u003C\u002Fa>\u003C\u002Fspan>\u003C\u002Fspan> designates who speaks for you if you cannot speak for yourself.\u003C\u002Fli>\n\u003Cli>Your \u003Cspan style=\"text-decoration: underline;\">\u003Cspan style=\"color: #3db1ff; text-decoration: underline;\">\u003Ca href=\"https:\u002F\u002Fwww.legalnature.com\u002Fcategories\u002Fhealthcare\u002Fliving-will\" style=\"color: #3db1ff; text-decoration: underline;\" rel=\"follow noopener\" target=\"_blank\">\u003Cstrong>living will\u003C\u002Fstrong>\u003C\u002Fa>\u003C\u002Fspan>\u003C\u002Fspan> communicates your broader preferences about life-sustaining treatment.\u003C\u002Fli>\n\u003Cli>Your \u003Cstrong>DNR order\u003C\u002Fstrong> gives care providers one specific, immediately actionable instruction about CPR.\u003C\u002Fli>\n\u003C\u002Ful>\n\u003Cp>No single document does all of these jobs. Each fills a distinct gap, and the absence of any one of them can leave your family or care team without the guidance they need.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Ch3>State Law Governs the Details\u003C\u002Fh3>\n\u003Cp>DNR requirements are not uniform across states. The required form, witness rules, physician authorization process, and EMS recognition standards all vary. A DNR executed in one state is not automatically valid in another. If you move, spend extended time in a second state, or are admitted to a facility in a different state than where your DNR was signed, work with your physician to execute a new state-compliant order. LegalNature's platform generates state-specific DNR forms for all 50 states and the District of Columbia to make that process straightforward.\u003C\u002Fp>",{"hideOnMobile":82,"hideOnDesktop":82},{"id":231,"heading":232,"background":233,"blockName":82,"items":234,"blockType":271,"visibility":272},"6a15a258f13133005943ec1d","Frequently Asked Questions","white",[235,239,243,247,251,255,259,263,267],{"id":236,"question":237,"answer":82,"legacyHtml":238},"6a15a258f13133005943ec14","What does DNR stand for? ","\u003Cp>DNR stands for \"do not resuscitate.\" A DNR order is a medical directive that instructs healthcare providers not to perform CPR&mdash;including chest compressions, defibrillation, or mechanical breathing assistance&mdash;if a patient's heart or breathing stops.\u003C\u002Fp>",{"id":240,"question":241,"answer":82,"legacyHtml":242},"6a15a258f13133005943ec15","Is a DNR order the same as a living will? ","\u003Cp>No. A living will is a legal advance directive that expresses your general wishes about end-of-life care across a range of medical decisions. A DNR order is a specific, physician-signed medical order that applies to CPR only. Both documents serve important and complementary roles in advance care planning.\u003C\u002Fp>",{"id":244,"question":245,"answer":82,"legacyHtml":246},"6a15a258f13133005943ec16","Does a DNR mean you will receive no medical treatment? ","\u003Cp>No. A DNR order applies only to CPR. All other medical care&mdash;including pain management, antibiotics, surgery, and comfort care&mdash;remains available unless you have separately addressed those decisions in a living will.&nbsp;\u003C\u002Fp>",{"id":248,"question":249,"answer":82,"legacyHtml":250},"6a15a258f13133005943ec17","Who can sign a DNR order? ","\u003Cp>In most states, a DNR order must be signed by the patient and a licensed physician. If the patient lacks decision-making capacity, an authorized representative, such as a medical power of attorney agent or legal guardian, may sign on the patient's behalf, subject to state law requirements.\u003C\u002Fp>",{"id":252,"question":253,"answer":82,"legacyHtml":254},"6a15a258f13133005943ec18","Can a DNR order be revoked? ","\u003Cp>Yes. A competent adult can revoke a DNR order at any time, orally or in writing. If you revoke your DNR, notify your physician immediately and retrieve or destroy any copies on file.\u003C\u002Fp>",{"id":256,"question":257,"answer":82,"legacyHtml":258},"6a15a258f13133005943ec19","Does a DNR order expire? ","\u003Cp>DNR orders generally do not expire on their own, but requirements vary by state. Some states require periodic physician review and reauthorization, particularly for out-of-hospital DNR orders. Review your DNR regularly and after any significant change in health or location.\u003C\u002Fp>",{"id":260,"question":261,"answer":82,"legacyHtml":262},"6a15a258f13133005943ec1a","Does a DNR order transfer between states? ","\u003Cp>Not automatically. DNR orders are governed by state law, and a DNR executed in one state may not be recognized in another. If you move or spend significant time in another state, work with your physician to execute a new state-compliant DNR order. LegalNature's platform generates state-specific forms to help with this process.\u003C\u002Fp>",{"id":264,"question":265,"answer":82,"legacyHtml":266},"6a15a258f13133005943ec1b","What is the difference between a DNR and a POLST? ","\u003Cp>A DNR order covers CPR only. A POLST (Physician Orders for Life-Sustaining Treatment) is a broader portable medical order that covers CPR, mechanical ventilation, artificial nutrition, and hospitalization preferences. A POLST is generally used for patients with serious illness or frailty who need a comprehensive, portable record of their care instructions.\u003C\u002Fp>",{"id":268,"question":269,"answer":82,"legacyHtml":270},"6a15a258f13133005943ec1c","Is a DNR order legally binding on emergency responders? ","\u003Cp>An out-of-hospital DNR order is legally binding on EMTs and first responders in most states, provided the form is properly executed and visible at the scene. An in-hospital DNR applies only within the facility where it is on file. Requirements vary by state.\u003C\u002Fp>","faqs",{"hideOnMobile":171,"hideOnDesktop":171},{"id":274,"headline":275,"text":276,"image":277,"ctaText":82,"blockName":82,"blockType":278,"visibility":279},"6a6bb531029257094ac68691","Start Your Do Not Resuscitate","Complete your do not resuscitate in minutes with LegalNature's intuitive, step-by-step guidance.",{"id":86,"alt":82,"updatedAt":87,"createdAt":88,"url":89,"thumbnailURL":82,"filename":90,"mimeType":91,"filesize":92,"width":93,"height":94,"focalX":95,"focalY":95},"get-started",{"hideOnMobile":82,"hideOnDesktop":82},{"title":281,"description":282,"keyword":283,"og_image":284},"Do Not Resuscitate (DNR) Order: What It Is, How It Works, & Create Yours Online","A do not resuscitate order is a medical directive that instructs healthcare providers not to perform CPR if your heart or breathing stops. Learn what a DNR is, how it differs from a living will, and create a state-specific DNR order online with LegalNature.","Do Not Resuscitate, Living Will, Last Will and Testament, Medical Power of Attorney, Healthcare Power of Attorney","https:\u002F\u002Fs3.us-east-2.amazonaws.com\u002Fshared-cms-main-media.legalnature.com\u002FVjJkbbROSg2FmU7n4wst.jpg",{"headline":286,"image":287,"imageUrl":83,"steps":288},"Create your DNR order in minutes",{"id":97,"alt":82,"updatedAt":98,"createdAt":99,"url":100,"thumbnailURL":82,"filename":101,"mimeType":91,"filesize":102,"width":103,"height":104,"focalX":95,"focalY":95},[289,292,295],{"id":290,"text":291},"6a15a258f13133005943ec1e","Complete our form",{"id":293,"text":294},"6a15a258f13133005943ec1f","Preview and download your document",{"id":296,"text":297},"6a15a258f13133005943ec20","Review and sign your document"]