What does DNR mean for the caregiver?

[IHeartPeds87]

Hi everyone. Sorry to bother you. So I work home health, and was recently told that my client has a DNR status. As an uncertified caregiver, what does this mean to me? I was told "you don't call 911 unless it is an acute care situation" and that I should instead call client's family and then my boss, but I would like clarifications:

- So if I suspect a heart attack, do I call 911?

- If client is breathing very heavy do I call 911?

- If client is sweating profusely but is cold/clammy?

Basically, under what circumstances legally do I have to call 911? Like, if the client has a fall and breaks a bone or something then obviousely I would call but in not so obvious situations....? :confused::confused:

Sorry to bother you all, i'm just confused and would like clarifications.........talking with a friend of mine has gotten me confused

[brownbook]

akulahawk,

I keep visualizing a DNR hospice patient breaking a leg, 911 is called, the paramedics arrive and say "Uh oh, you are hospice DNR, we can't treat you, good-by!!!!!"

I hope you realize I was being sarcastic. Of course you can call 911 and they treat the patient as is appropriate to their medical status.