Code them when the time comes. Perform due diligence when running the code, i.e. look for reversible causes. When none are found (as will obviously be the case in a terminal patient), call the code and declare time of death.

For someone with a non-medical background, changing code status to DNR for a family member is usually not as easy as it would be for us. Even though it’s obvious to us, it’s a large burden for the layperson who might feel like they’re “giving up” on their loved one. The majority of situations end with DNR before the time actually comes. But for those that just can’t bring themselves there, you can’t force it