"Don't transfer this person to the hospital if she becomes seriously ill." This order is typically filled out by:

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This order, known as a "Do Not Transfer" or "Do Not Hospitalize" order, is often completed for impaired nursing-home residents who may have multiple chronic conditions and be at risk for complications from hospitalization. It is typically completed by a physician in consultation with the resident and their family members or legal representatives.

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