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How to fill out the Montana POLST online
The Montana Provider Orders for Life-Sustaining Treatment (POLST) is a crucial document that ensures a person's medical preferences are respected in critical situations. This guide will help users navigate the process of filling out the POLST form online, providing step-by-step instructions for each section of the document.
Follow the steps to complete the Montana POLST form online
- Press the ‘Get Form’ button to access the POLST document and launch it in your preferred editor.
- Fill in the patient's first and last name, along with their date of birth. Ensure that the names are spelled correctly for accurate identification.
- In Section A, choose the patient's resuscitation preference by selecting one option: 'Resuscitate (Full Code)' or 'Do Not Resuscitate (No Code).' Only one box should be selected.
- In Section B, if the patient has a pulse and is breathing, select from the options for medical interventions. Choose between 'Comfort Measures,' 'Limited Additional Interventions,' or 'Full Treatment.' Only one box should be checked.
- In Section C, indicate preferences for artificial fluids and nutrition by selecting the relevant options. You may choose more than one option such as 'Feeding tube' or 'IV fluid.' Include any additional instructions.
- In Section D, if there are any existing advance directives like a living will, list them here. Include any other related documents.
- In Section E, both the patient or surrogate's signature and the physician/APRN/PA's signature are required. Ensure to include the date and names clearly in their respective fields. This section must be completed for the POLST to be valid.
- After completing all sections, review the document to ensure all necessary fields are filled out. Save changes made, download a copy, and consider printing or sharing the completed form as needed.
Complete your documents online efficiently and ensure your health care preferences are respected.
A Montana POLST may be deemed invalid for several reasons, such as lacking a signature from a licensed physician or not being properly completed according to state regulations. If the document is not in the correct format or is unsigned by both the patient and healthcare provider, it may not be honored. Additionally, a POLST can become invalid if the patient’s circumstances change significantly, such as a recovery from a condition initially warranting a POLST. Keeping your Montana POLST updated is essential for ensuring it reflects your current healthcare preferences.