Bob is terminally ill.His family has requested that he not receive CPR if his heart stops beating.This means that he has this in his medical chart.

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A DNR order (Do Not Resuscitate) specifies that a patient does not want cardiopulmonary resuscitation (CPR) or other life-sustaining measures taken if their heart stops beating or they stop breathing. This is a common request in end-of-life care when a patient is terminally ill or has a poor prognosis. A living will is a legal document that outlines a person's wishes for medical treatment if they become unable to make decisions for themselves, which may include a DNR order. A will outlines a person's wishes for how their assets should be distributed after their death and is not relevant to medical treatment. Palliative care is specialized medical care focused on providing relief from the symptoms and stress of a serious illness, but does not necessarily involve a DNR order.

Bob Is Terminally Ill