Get Wy Provider Orders For Life-sustaining Treatment (polst) 2015-2025

Filling out the WY Provider Orders For Life-Sustaining Treatment (POLST) online is an important step in ensuring that your healthcare preferences are documented and communicated effectively. This guide will take you through each section of the POLST form, helping you complete it accurately and comprehensively.

Follow the steps to fill out the form correctly.

1. Press the ‘Get Form’ button to access the POLST form and open it in your preferred editing tool.
2. Begin by entering the person's full name in the designated field. Ensure you place the ID sticker here if applicable.
3. Fill in the date of birth and the last four digits of the Social Security number to identify the individual properly.
4. Select the gender of the individual by checking the appropriate box.
5. In Section A, choose either ‘CPR / Attempt Resuscitation’ or ‘DNR / Do Not Attempt Resuscitation’ based on the individual's preferences regarding cardiopulmonary resuscitation.
6. In Section B, indicate the desired medical interventions by selecting one of the options: ‘Full Treatment,’ ‘Selective Treatment,’ or ‘Comfort-Focused Therapy,’ depending on the individual's wishes.
7. If applicable, add any additional orders in the provided space, detailing any specific treatments needed.
8. Proceed to the section concerning artificially administered nutrition and select one of the options provided regarding artificial nutrition by tube.
9. Document any patient goals or additional instructions, if necessary.
10. Obtain signatures from the primary healthcare provider and the patient or their legal representative. Ensure all dates are filled in correctly.
11. When completing the form, be mindful that any incomplete section implies full treatment. Save changes, and then proceed to download, print, or share the completed POLST form.

Complete your POLST form online today to ensure your healthcare preferences are well documented and communicated.