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Would doctors have to heed a dnr order from someone who is suicidal?
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Very touchy: A lot would depend on local laws, what the medical power of attorney says, and the reason for the resuscitation. If the person is down because of a suicide attempt, that can be murky, but if they are suicidal and suffer another affliction requiring resuscitation and they have a dnr, then it should be heeded. If there is any question, the hospital has resources to help.
Answered 9/30/2012
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