The POLST Form: What It Is and How to Use It (Online)

The Physicians Orders for Life-Sustaining Treatment (POLST) form serves to communicate a person’s wishes regarding their medical treatment preferences at end of life. Gain an understanding of how the POLST form is different from other medical forms, how it is appropriately used, and how conversations about POLST can help with making informed choices and identifying treatment goals.

At completion of the course, participants will be able to:

• Describe the appropriate use for the POLST form.
• Recognize the difference between the POLST form and other medical forms and orders.
• Identify the steps for implementing the POLST form.

Presenter: Patty Barnett Mouton, MSGc

One (1) CE Credit Hour Offered: RCFE, BRN, CAMFT/BBS
Fee: $10