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Current as of January 01, 2025 | Updated by Findlaw Staff
(1) To receive a prescription for medication that the qualified patient may self-administer to end his or her life in a humane and dignified manner, a qualified patient shall have made an oral request and a written request, and reiterate the oral request to his or her attending qualified medical provider at least seven days after making the initial oral request.
(2) At the time the qualified patient makes his or her second oral request, the attending qualified medical provider shall offer the qualified patient an opportunity to rescind the request.
(3) A transfer of care or medical records does not restart any waiting period under this section.
Cite this article: FindLaw.com - Washington Revised Code Title 70. Public Health and Safety § 70.245.090. Written and oral requests - last updated January 01, 2025 | https://codes.findlaw.com/wa/title-70-public-health-and-safety/wa-rev-code-70-245-090/
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