Can a POLST form be used for minors?
Yes. Thankfully, it is rare that a child develops a life-threatening illness. When this does occur, the POLST form can be used by the child’s health care professional to help emergency medical personnel, other members of the treatment team and even school officials know the goals of care and respect the parent’s wishes as the child’s health status declines.
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