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benignuman -“And the halacha does not require the resuscitation of a patient that is suffering and does not want to continue to live.”

As a general rule – you are wrong. Yes, in some cases where a pt. is suffering the Rov will permit a DNR -in some cases not. The pt’s. desire is Not given that much consideration. Every case has to be judged up individually! That’s why there are Rabbonim that deal specifically with End of Life issues. It’s Not for your LOR to decide these questions!