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Life, Death, and DNR: An ICU Nurse’s Insight on Compassionate Care

Article by Jenna Congdon, RN, BSN for MedReport Foundation

To many, choosing a Do Not Resuscitate (DNR) order for yourself or a loved one means giving up. Families believe their loved one will no longer be cared for, that healthcare staff will treat them differently, or that their medical conditions are untreatable. This myth leads to painful misunderstandings at a time already rife with emotion. In reality, choosing a DNR order often represents a kinder, more compassionate form of care.