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StickyJ Medical ID and sister company Thoughtful Impressions have been family owned and operated for more than 21 years. The company is led by CEO Lori Torman, who has an eye for great quality and classic styles. In the early days of medical id bracelets (we're talking 1960's), medical alert bracelets were pretty boring -- basically engraved metal tags with curb link chains. The same styles were offered for children, just smaller (no wonder kids didn't want to wear them). And, by the end of the 20th century things hadn't improved that much. Lori was among the first to recognize that medical id's could be fashion conscious, and in 2005 launched designs in leather as well as stainless, and introduced polyester kids medical id bracelets that had cute designs. The sport strap line of child medical id's she introduced nearly 20 years ago is still the most popular line of children's medical jewelry on the market today. And, we now produce more than 100 different styles of medical alert bracelets and necklaces for men and women. Our engraved bracelets are individually custom engraved by our team of master engravers, ship within three (M-F) business days from the date you order, and all products come with a 90 warranty against manufacturing defects. Please come and shop with us today. It will be our pleasure to serve you.

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Should I wear a POLST or Do Not Resuscitate bracelet if I have a terminal illness?

Should I wear a POLST or Do Not Resuscitate bracelet if I have a terminal illness?

Posted by Lori Torman on 11th May 2026

For someone with a terminal illness, a POLST bracelet is generally the more comprehensive and effective choice for ensuring your medical wishes are honored across all care settings.

While a DNR (Do Not Resuscitate) order only addresses CPR if your heart or breathing stops, a POLST (Provider Orders for Life-Sustaining Treatment) is a medical order that covers a broader range of end-of-life care.

Key Differences

Feature

DNR Bracelet

POLST Bracelet

Scope

Only covers CPR.

Covers CPR, intubation, feeding tubes, and antibiotics.

Portability

Often valid only in certain settings.

Designed to travel with you across all medical settings.

Status

A medical order signed by a licensed physician to withhold one specific treatment.

A comprehensive set of medical orders signed by a licensed practitioner.

Goal

To stop resuscitation if you die.

To manage ongoing treatment if you are still alive.

Why is POLST often preferred for terminal illness

  • Detailed Instructions: You can specify if you want "Comfort Care" (focused on pain relief), "Limited Intervention," or "Full Treatment".
  • Medical Legitimacy: Because it is a signed medical order, EMS personnel and hospital staff are generally legally required to follow it immediately.
  • Comprehensive Planning: It addresses situations where you may have a pulse but cannot speak for yourself, such as needing a ventilator or a feeding tube.

Practical Tips for Your Bracelet

  • Check State Laws: DNR and POLST regulations vary by state. In some areas, emergency responders may only honor specific, state-approved bracelets.
  • Keep Paperwork Handy: Even with a bracelet, it is highly recommended to keep a copy of your signed POLST or DNR form in a visible place, like on your refrigerator, where EMTs are trained to look.
  • Wear to Find a POLST OR DNR bracelet:  StickyJ Medical ID offers state-specific DNR and POLST bracelets that guide EMS to your POLST or DNR form, with many including a QR code that, once scanned, takes EMS directly to your POLST or DNR form, which is kept in a secure cloud-based data repository.
  • Consult Your Physician: A POLST must be filled out and signed by a healthcare provider (doctor, nurse practitioner, or PA) to be valid

 

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