Iowa Admin. Code r. 641-142.9

Current through Regsiter Vol. 46, No. 26, June 12, 2024

Rule 641-142.9 - Application to existing orders

(1) An OOH DNR order or similar order executed prior to September 10, 2003, is valid and shall be honored in accordance with the then-applicable provisions of the law.

(2) Health care providers may honor an OOH DNR order or identifier from another state if it can be validated and applied in a manner consistent with the OOH DNR order or identifier prescribed in these rules. In cases where there is uncertainty, clarification should be sought through on-line medical direction or resuscitation efforts should be initiated.