DNI

Meaning

Do not intubate

An acronym used similarly to DNR and AND; describes an order made by the patient to allow chest compressions and cardiac drugs but no placement of a breathing tube in the event that the person stops breathing or the person's heart stops; often made by the patient or health care power of attorney.

Example

"I think I would go with the DNI order in the event of an emergency.
Yeah, DNR kinda seems like you're just giving up."

Related Slang

DNRDo not resuscitate
ANDAllow natural death
CPRCardiopulmonary resuscitation
ACLSAdvanced cardiac life support
BLSBasic life support
MDMedical doctor
UNADRYou need a doctor
EREmergency room
EMTEmergency medical technician

Usage

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Last Updated: January 28, 2015

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