Apr 16, 2021
Understanding the POLST Form and Advanced Directives: A Hospice
Explained Episode
The sixth episode of the podcast 'Hospice Explained' explains the
POLST (Physician Order for Life-Sustaining Treatment) form, its
purpose, the different names it goes by in various states, and its
importance in end-of-life care. This episode also discusses
advanced directives or living wills, a legal document determining
how an individual's medical decisions should be made. These
directives are strictly based on healthcare not finances or
personal property. The host brings attention to the fact that the
Emergency Medical Services team needs a medical order (like a
POLST) to follow a patient's wishes, which a living will cannot
provide. The host also emphasizes that these forms need to be
regularly updated and clear about the patient's medical
wishes.
00:00 Introduction to Hospice Explained
00:34 Understanding Advanced Directives
00:51 The Importance of Living Wills
01:59 Exploring the POLST Form
02:15 The Role of POLST in Different States
03:51 The Significance of Medical Orders
05:06 How to Change or Void a POLST Form
05:43 Understanding Choices on the POLST Form
07:03 Deciding on Medically Assisted Nutrition
07:36 Conclusion and Further Resources
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