What should be done if the patient identification device is not laminated?

Honoring the DNRO (Do Not Resuscitate Order) is crucial in patient care, as it reflects the patient's wishes regarding resuscitation efforts. If the patient identification device is not laminated but the device is properly completed, it indicates that the order is legitimate and has been executed correctly, demonstrating the patient's intent.

Laminating is a method often used to protect documents; however, it is not a requirement for the order to be valid. The key factor is the proper completion of the DNRO form, which signifies that all necessary information has been provided and the order is recognized as valid. Therefore, if the device clearly shows that it is the patient’s order and meets all legal requirements, it should be honored regardless of the lamination status.

Other choices imply that without lamination, the order loses its validity or that a new device must be created, which detracts from the patient's autonomy and needs. The focus should remain on the clarity and authenticity of the patient's wishes as expressed in the completed document.