Explain the purpose of a DNR order
A DNR (do not resuscitate) order is written by the patient's physician to indicate that the patient should not be resuscitated if breathing stops. The order prevents efforts to resuscitate when they are not appropriate, as in the case of a terminally ill person.
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Fill in the blank with correct ICD-10.
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A) hypertension B) hypotension C) normal blood pressure D) orthostatic hypotension
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a. "Today's treatments are much more effective than the treatments they had years ago.". b. "You shouldn't worry like that. The doctor says you have a good chance of recovery.". c. "It sounds like you are very worried about this illness.". d. "Let's get your mind off that. Would you like to see what's on TV?"