Which of the following can be an indication that a patient is not eligible for DNR?

When assessing DNR (Do Not Resuscitate) eligibility, the patient's expressed wishes are critical. If a patient has communicated a clear desire against having a DNR, this directly indicates that they do not wish to forego resuscitation efforts. This is fundamental to respecting patient autonomy and aligning medical decisions with the values and preferences of the individual.

A patient's age, such as being under 18, typically requires parental or guardian consent for medical decisions, which complicates DNR situations but does not outright disqualify the patient from having a DNR. Similarly, if a healthcare proxy is unavailable, it may present challenges in decision-making but does not inherently mean that the patient cannot have a DNR in place. Additionally, a patient being unable to communicate could affect the immediate process but doesn’t negate the existence of a DNR, particularly if a previously documented wish is available. Thus, the clear articulation of wishes against a DNR serves as a definitive indication of ineligibility for such a directive.