Oklahoma Do-Not-Resuscitate (DNR) Consent Form - Oklahoma

Oklahoma Do-Not-Resuscitate (DNR) Consent Form is a legal document that was released by the Oklahoma Department of Human Services - a government authority operating within Oklahoma.

FAQ

Q: What is the Oklahoma Do-Not-Resuscitate (DNR) Consent Form?
A: The Oklahoma Do-Not-Resuscitate (DNR) Consent Form is a legal document that allows individuals to express their desire to not receive resuscitative measures in the event of cardiac or respiratory arrest.

Q: Who can request a DNR Consent Form in Oklahoma?
A: Any competent individual who is at least 18 years old or a minor with parental or guardian consent can request a DNR Consent Form in Oklahoma.

Q: What does a DNR Consent Form mean?
A: A DNR Consent Form means that healthcare providers will not attempt cardiopulmonary resuscitation (CPR) if a patient's heart stops or they stop breathing.

Q: Are DNR Consent Forms only for terminally ill patients?
A: No, DNR Consent Forms can be requested by any individual, regardless of their medical condition or prognosis.

Q: How are DNR Consent Forms completed?
A: DNR Consent Forms must be completed and signed by the individual or their legal representative, healthcare agent, or attending physician.

Q: Can a DNR Consent Form be revoked?
A: Yes, a DNR Consent Form can be revoked by the individual or their authorized representative at any time.

Q: What happens if a healthcare provider is unaware of a patient's DNR Consent Form?
A: If a healthcare provider is unaware of a patient's DNR Consent Form, they will initiate resuscitative measures.

Q: Are DNR Consent Forms honored outside of healthcare facilities?
A: DNR Consent Forms are generally not honored outside of healthcare facilities, such as in the home or in public.