US Medical Term · emergency
Do Not Resuscitate (DNR)
No reanimar
Also: No resucitar (regional variant)
In 9 languages
| Language | Term |
|---|---|
| English | Do Not Resuscitate (DNR) |
| Spanish (Español) | No reanimar |
| Chinese (中文) | 不予急救 |
| Korean (한국어) | 소생술 금지 |
| Vietnamese (Tiếng Việt) | Không hồi sức cấp cứu |
| Filipino (Tagalog) | Huwag buhaying muli |
| Portuguese (Português) | Não reanimar |
| Thai (ภาษาไทย) | ห้ามช่วยชีวิต |
| Japanese (日本語) | 蘇生拒否 |
What it means
A Do Not Resuscitate (DNR) order is a medical order placed in your hospital chart that instructs healthcare staff not to perform CPR (cardiopulmonary resuscitation) if your heart stops or you stop breathing. A DNR must be ordered by a physician, usually based on your wishes or those of your legally authorized representative. Having a DNR does not mean you will receive less care overall — you will still receive comfort measures, pain relief, and other treatments. Some people prefer this choice when they have a terminal illness or feel that CPR would not match their goals. Discuss DNR options with your doctor and family.
How to say it
Sentences a patient might use with a doctor, nurse, pharmacist, or insurer:
My mother has a DNR order; please make sure all staff know.
Mi madre tiene una orden de no reanimar; por favor asegúrese de que todo el personal lo sepa.
What does it mean to have a Do Not Resuscitate order in my chart?
¿Qué significa tener una orden de no reanimar en mi expediente?
Can I change my DNR order if I change my mind?
¿Puedo cambiar mi orden de no reanimar si cambio de opinión?
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Last reviewed: September 2026