What is the primary difference between a DNR and a POLST (Physician Orders for Life-Sustaining Treatment)?
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A
A DNR is only for hospital settings while POLST is for nursing homes only
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B
POLST covers a broader range of end-of-life wishes including intubation, hospitalization, and artificial nutrition
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C
A POLST is an informal request while a DNR is a legal document
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D
There is no difference; the terms are interchangeable