Under which condition would you stop CPR if instructed?

In the context of Basic Life Support, a Do Not Resuscitate (DNR) order is a legal document that indicates an individual's wishes regarding resuscitative efforts, including CPR. If a person has a valid DNR order in place, healthcare providers, including trained CPR responders, are obligated to respect this directive and cease CPR efforts upon recognizing its existence.

Understanding the context of a DNR order is essential; it is typically established to honor the patient's wishes, particularly in cases of terminal illness or other significant health conditions where they do not wish to undergo aggressive life-saving measures. Therefore, if a CPR provider is informed of a DNR order while performing CPR, they must stop in accordance with the patient's pre-expressed wishes.

This foundational aspect aligns with the ethical considerations of medical and emergency response practices, ensuring that patients' rights and choices regarding their end-of-life care are prioritized.