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The general rule is that where the patient’s wishes are reasonable a DNR is permissible. If the patient is being unreasonable then a DNR is not permissible. The patient’s desire is given great consideration.

But yes, each case is decided individually. The reason you should always ask a Rov that specializes in these issues is because they have the combination of medical and halachic knowledge to decide whether the patient is being reasonable.