State of Florida Do Not Resuscitate Order

[jayerose]

Someone mentioned to us that it's something to look into...and that it needs to be posted to front of the fridge.

[Mrprez]

Here’s some good info:

Frequently Asked Questions | Florida Department of Health (https://www.floridahealth.gov/about/patient-rights-and-safety/do-not-resuscitate/faq-page.html)

[Bill14564]

Good information provided in the link above.

One thing we were advised, in the form of a question: Do you want your life to end at your first heart attack? An active DNRO would prevent responders from trying to resuscitate you under any circumstances.

Copying from the link above:
2. Who should have a Do Not Resuscitate Order?

Do Not Resuscitate Order forms are generally used by someone who is suffering from a terminal condition, end-stage condition or is in a persistent vegetative state. If you are not sure if a DNRO would be appropriate for you, or you would like additional information, it is best to consult your physician as well as an attorney.

[DAVES]

Someone mentioned to us that it's something to look into...and that it needs to be posted to front of the fridge.

A DNR is sort of not binding. You will when it counts not be able to voice your opinion so it is in the hands of a relative, a wife, a husband, a child. My beloved uncle had a DNR. He was diagnosed as brain dead. My cousin, his son, a doctor, vetoed the DNR.

It is necessary to talk to all that might be involved in your wishes. Posted on your refrigerator? Silly, PERHAPS but whatever is left of my life, I do not want to be reminded of my death every time I go to the refrigerator. Aside, our stainless refrigerator is non-magnetic.

[Mrprez]

A DNR is sort of not binding. You will when it counts not be able to voice your opinion so it is in the hands of a relative, a wife, a husband, a child. My beloved uncle had a DNR. He was diagnosed as brain dead. My cousin, his son, a doctor, vetoed the DNR.

It is necessary to talk to all that might be involved in your wishes. Posted on your refrigerator? Silly, PERHAPS but whatever is left of my life, I do not want to be reminded of my death every time I go to the refrigerator. Aside, our stainless refrigerator is non-magnetic.

The idea is to post it in a spot that will be noticeable by first responders. You can tape it to the fridge but make sure it is printed on yellow paper. Any other color makes it non binding.

[Two Bills]

When I was younger I worried my donor card for body parts might encourage some doctor not try hard enough to keep me alive in the event of an accident or such.
Now I worry that some well meaning family member will appose my DNR order.
Lets hope my wife is there at the end, she will make sure they don't bring me back!!:icon_wink:

[bimmertl]

The idea is to post it in a spot that will be noticeable by first responders. You can tape it to the fridge but make sure it is printed on yellow paper. Any other color makes it non binding.

So why call the first responders if you are serious about a DNR? Just do nothing. Maybe you can block 911 on all your phones?

On the other hand, you'll need to post it on your car, your golf cart, your body etc.

Just get a DNR tattoo on your chest!

Unless it's on yellow paper it's non binding, really?

[DAVES]

So why call the first responders if you are serious about a DNR? Just do nothing. Maybe you can block 911 on all your phones?

On the other hand, you'll need to post it on your car, your golf cart, your body etc.

Just get a DNR tattoo on your chest!

Unless it's on yellow paper it's non binding, really?


As I said previously, a DNR is not binding. If, your relatives want you revived and you have a DNR, they will revive you, or try, you will not be in a position to object.

You can get the form for a DNR from your doctor or print it from the internet. I suspect the yellow paper line is attempted humor.

[Mrprez]

So why call the first responders if you are serious about a DNR? Just do nothing. Maybe you can block 911 on all your phones?

On the other hand, you'll need to post it on your car, your golf cart, your body etc.

Just get a DNR tattoo on your chest!

Unless it's on yellow paper it's non binding, really?

Did you visit the link I posted earlier. Do you think I sit around and make up silly crap for your entertainment?

[Mrprez]

As I said previously, a DNR is not binding. If, your relatives want you revived and you have a DNR, they will revive you, or try, you will not be in a position to object.

You can get the form for a DNR from your doctor or print it from the internet. I suspect the yellow paper line is attempted humor.

You suspect wrong.

19. Is it permissible to copy the DNRO form?
The form may be copied either onto similarly colored yellow paper either blank or after it has been correctly filled out and signed. Copies of the form are also required by Florida Administrative Code to be honored by EMS personnel, as long as they are on similarly colored yellow paper and are completely legible.

[DaleDivine]

Did you visit the link I posted earlier. Do you think I sit around and make up silly crap for your entertainment?

Ummmm yeah... I thought ToTV's sole purpose was for entertainment..
:popcorn::1rotfl::popcorn::1rotfl:

[Mrprez]

Ummmm yeah... I thought ToTV's sole purpose was for entertainment..
:popcorn::1rotfl::popcorn::1rotfl:

No, I don’t have the creativity to make up yellow paper! Wish I did.

[thevillages2013]

If your wife asks you to sign one while she’s loading her gun can that be considered “under duress “?

[Mrprez]

If your wife asks you to sign one while she’s loading her gun can that be considered “under duress “?

Or, you find a ream of yellow paper near the printer.

[blueash]

You may wish to look at the survival rates for out of hospital CPR. And look at how many of those who survive the initial CPR make it out of the hospital alive, and how many of those make it out of the hospital without significant damage.

The statistics are bad. I am a DNR. I am not terminal other than we all are. It seems everyone wants to die peacefully in their sleep. Well once you're on the ground with no heartbeat that is your wish fulfilled. Something is going to get me. I'd prefer a sudden death than a slow one from some painful or debilitating illness.

[rogerk]

It’s not a joke. I don’t know why but apparently the law is specific. A DNR MUST BE ON YELLOW PAPER!

[Bill14564]

You may wish to look at the survival rates for out of hospital CPR. And look at how many of those who survive the initial CPR make it out of the hospital alive, and how many of those make it out of the hospital without significant damage.

The statistics are bad. I am a DNR. I am not terminal other than we all are. It seems everyone wants to die peacefully in their sleep. Well once you're on the ground with no heartbeat that is your wish fulfilled. Something is going to get me. I'd prefer a sudden death than a slow one from some painful or debilitating illness.

Perfectly valid choice (not that my opinion matters). On the other hand, I'm very glad for the four years and counting I've had with my father due to the out of hospital CPR he received.

[SusanStCatherine]

I don't know if it would be recognized, but a DNR medical alert bracelet you could have on you at all times. Maybe they should make it in yellow.

[Brynnie]

When I was younger I worried my donor card for body parts might encourage some doctor not try hard enough to keep me alive in the event of an accident or such.
Now I worry that some well meaning family member will appose my DNR order.
Lets hope my wife is there at the end, she will make sure they don't bring me back!!:icon_wink:

Our physician told us that once a DNR is filed, even the spouse or other next of kin cannot override the decision of the patient. In other words, it's the end. On the other hand, with a Living Will, the family does have a say in whether extraordinary measures should be used or not.

[kathy1516]

So why call the first responders if you are serious about a DNR? Just do nothing. Maybe you can block 911 on all your phones?

On the other hand, you'll need to post it on your car, your golf cart, your body etc.

Just get a DNR tattoo on your chest!

Unless it's on yellow paper it's non binding, really?
The yellow DNR needs to be displayed on a refrigerator or somewhere conspicuous where paramedics can see it and be aware of your wishes should they be called to your house. It must be yellow!!! It is particularly important to take it with you when you are hospitalized. There is a small wallet size DNR that’s part of the yellow order to be carried with you at all times. However, even with a DNR, a family member can ignore it. This is why every senior should have a designated POA who will respect your wishes. Every senior should have advance directives in place. This will speak for you when you cannot. I’m speaking as a long time nurse and ten year hospice nurse. I once had a patient who has 12 children and only one was named POA because she respected her mother’s wishes of DNR. The others did not agree.