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great question!

@tieraspet

Absolutely not. And from a legal stand point it's also a NO.

Genuinely difficult question, but I answered no. Having a DNR signed generally indicates someone is already in relatively frail condition, and the trauma of resuscitation (broken ribs, bruising, etc.) is often a very painful recovery for someone who is elderly and in weakened condition already. Of course all cases are unique, but signing the DNR is also a way of avoiding entering that condition, be it accidental or not.

Wow, good question. What do the lawyers say?

I said yes, because it's by accident, but that's a tough one. I'm still not sure. Great question!

DNR means do not resuscitate.