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Policies

Policies, statements and recommendations approved by National POLST. Questions? Email us at info@polst.org.

COVID-19 Policies

Please see our COVID-19 Resources page for health care professionals.

Appropriate POLST Use Policy (2022)

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Conflict of Interest Policy (2018)

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Conflict of Interest Policy FAQs (2018)

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Distinguishing POLST from Medical Aid In Dying (2021)

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Ethical Principles & Standards (2021)

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Incentive and Quality Assurance Policy (2020)

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POLST Intended Population and Guidance for Health Care Professionals (2018)

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Public Policy Principles (2017)

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Recommendations for Integrating POLST Forms with Electronic Health Records (2021)

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Statement Against Racial Injustice (2020)

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Statement on Cost Avoidance (2022)

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Support for Nurse Practitioners and Physician Assistants Signing POLST Forms (2016)

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The Seven Core Elements of Sustainability for State POLST Programs (2013)

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Trauma Guidance (2021)

Guidance for Honoring a POLST During Severe Trauma

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