Section 2960. Legislative findings and purpose

The legislature finds that,
  although cardiopulmonary resuscitation  has  proved  invaluable  in  the
  prevention  of  sudden,  unexpected  death,  it  is  appropriate  for an
  attending physician, in certain circumstances, to issue an order not  to
  attempt  cardiopulmonary  resuscitation  of  a patient where appropriate
  consent has been obtained. The legislature further finds that there is a
  need to clarify and establish the rights and  obligations  of  patients,
  their  families,  and  health  care  providers regarding cardiopulmonary
  resuscitation and the issuance of orders not to resuscitate.