Delaware Code § 16-2509C

Responsibilities of the consulting physician or consulting APRN [For application of this section, see
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85 Del. Laws, c. 19, § 3].
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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