Understand DNI Definition Medical: Your End-of-Life Rights
Making end-of-life decisions is challenging. Understanding your options empowers you to make choices aligned with your values. This guide clarifies "Do Not Intubate" (DNI) orders, explaining their meaning, implications, and how to discuss them with your doctor and family. For additional support in planning, see resources from funeral homes. What Does a DNI Order Mean? A DNI order signifies your refusal of intubation—the insertion of a breathing tube into your windpipe (trachea) to assist breathing....