Get Polst Provider Guide

The practitioner orders for life-sustaining treatment (POLST) form serves as a vital tool for individuals facing critical health decisions. This guide provides comprehensive instructions for completing the Polst Provider Guide online, ensuring that users are equipped to accurately convey their healthcare preferences.

Follow the steps to effectively complete the Polst Provider Guide online.

1. Press ‘Get Form’ button to access the POLST Provider Guide and open it in the online editor.
2. Begin by reviewing the introduction and objectives outlined in the guide to understand the purpose of the POLST form.
3. Fill in Section A, Goals of Care, which prompts users to consider personal health goals and preferred outcomes for care.
4. Proceed to Section B, Medical Interventions, where users can select their preferences for types of medical treatment, including full treatment or limited treatment options.
5. In Section C, Artificially Administered Fluids and Nutrition, indicate preferences for hydration and nutrition for individuals unable to take food or fluids orally.
6. Complete Section D, Cardiopulmonary Resuscitation (CPR) and Airway Management, selecting options regarding resuscitation and airway interventions based on user preferences.
7. If applicable, designate a surrogate decision maker in Section E and ensure clarity about who can make modifications to the POLST orders.
8. Finally, obtain the necessary signatures in Section F. Ensure that the form is signed by the designated healthcare provider and the individual or their authorized representative.
9. Once the form is filled out, users can save their changes, download a copy, print it for physical storage, or share it as needed.

Start completing your Polst Provider Guide online today to ensure your healthcare preferences are accurately documented.