Arkansas
About StickyJ Medical ID DNR and POLST Bracelets
Arkansas requires that you have a copy of your DO Not Resuscitate or POLST order with you at all times when you are out in the community. StickyJ Medical ID provides specialized identifier bracelets designed to help Emergency Medical Services (EMS) personnel in Arkansas locate your Do Not Resuscitate (DNR) or POLST order quickly. The bracelets include instructions for EMS to check your purse or wallet for your medical order.
QR Code Option for Quick DNR or POLST Access
For a modest additional fee, StickyJ Medical ID offers an optional QR Code feature with your medical ID bracelet. If you select this option, you can send us a copy of your DNR or POLST order, which we will securely digitize and upload to our protected online database. The QR Code, engraved on the back of your bracelet, allows paramedics and emergency responders to use a smartphone to scan and immediately view an image of your DNR or POLST order. This can be extremely useful when time is of the essence.
To add the QR Code option, you must either scan-and-upload OR mail a copy of your Do Not Resuscitate or POLST order to StickyJ Medical ID. Once received, we will securely store your document online, making it accessible to EMS personnel whenever necessary. (Note: if you are planning to scan and upload your DNR, we recommend using Adobe Scan. It's a free app available for both Apple and Android phones).
Features of the Arkansas Bracelets
The Arkansas Do Not Resuscitate and POLST ID bracelets by StickyJ Medical ID offer peace of mind by ensuring EMS personnel are aware of the existence of your medical orders and know exactly where to locate them. The front of the metal bracelet features the internationally recognized emergency medical symbol and information about the location of your portable medical order. The back of the bracelet provides space for several lines of engraving, where you can include your name and an emergency contact phone number.
When ordering your bracelet, please select the DNR bracelet (CR5258C) if your physician order is simply a Do Not Resuscitate form. Select the Do Not Resuscitate POLST bracelet (CR5258DNARC) if your physician order is a POLST with 'No CPR' checked. Or, select the EMS POLST bracelet (CR5258ARC) if your physician order is a POLST with 'No CPR' left unchecked (indicating you want to be resuscitated following a cardiac event). If you have any questions, please contact StickyJ Medical ID at 727-823-9500.
If you prefer to order by mail, you can download and print a DNR bracelet order form by clicking on
ARKANSAS MAIL ORDER FORM.
Important Legal Notice
Please be aware that the bracelet itself is not legally sufficient for EMS personnel to withhold resuscitation efforts. In the event of a cardiac emergency, you must have a copy of your actual Do Not Resuscitate Order with you, and it must be accessible to emergency responders. Only a medical professional can issue a Do Not Resuscitate Order. Additionally, some state-approved agencies may offer their own DNR bracelet options. For more information about your choices and legal requirements, consult with your physician.