This is a legal form that was released by the South Carolina Department of Disabilities and Special Needs - a government authority operating within South Carolina. As of today, no separate filing guidelines for the form are provided by the issuing department.
Q: What is a Do Not Resuscitate (DNR) order?
A: A DNR order is a medical order that instructs healthcare providers not to attempt cardiopulmonary resuscitation (CPR) if a person's heart stops or they stop breathing.
Q: Who can have a Do Not Resuscitate order?
A: Any person who is of sound mind and has a serious medical condition may have a DNR order.
Q: What does a Do Not Resuscitate order include?
A: A DNR order includes the individual's name, the date the order was signed, and the signature of a healthcare provider.
Q: Can a DNR order be revoked?
A: Yes, a DNR order can be revoked at any time by the individual or their healthcare proxy.
Q: Is a DNR order legally binding?
A: Yes, a DNR order is legally binding as long as it is properly completed and signed by a healthcare provider.
Form Details:
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