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Delaware Code Title 16. Health and Safety § 2509C. Responsibilities of the consulting physician or consulting APRN

Current as of January 01, 2026 | Updated by Findlaw Staff

Before an individual may receive a prescription for medication to end life in a humane and dignified manner a consulting physician or consulting APRN must do all of the following:

(1) Evaluate the individual and the individual's relevant medical records.

(2) Confirm, in writing, to the attending physician or attending APRN that the individual meets all of the following:

a. Has a terminal illness.

b. Has decision-making capacity or provide documentation that the consulting physician or consulting APRN has referred the individual for further evaluation under § 2510C of this title.

c. Is making an informed decision.

d. Is acting voluntarily.

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Cite this article: FindLaw.com - Delaware Code Title 16. Health and Safety § 2509C. Responsibilities of the consulting physician or consulting APRN - last updated January 01, 2026 | https://codes.findlaw.com/de/title-16-health-and-safety/de-code-sect-16-2509c/

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