What does Option B MOLST B allow for?

Option B MOLST B allows for limited care before arrest, specifically indicating that no intubation should be performed. This option reflects a decision made by a patient or their representative concerning their wishes for medical treatment, particularly in scenarios where they wish to avoid aggressive interventions like intubation, while still allowing for some level of care until the time of cardiac arrest.

The focus of MOLST (Medical Orders for Life-Sustaining Treatment) forms is to ensure that patient preferences regarding end-of-life care are honored by healthcare professionals. By specifying limited care with the restriction on intubation, this choice balances the need for some medical assistance with the desire to avoid more invasive and potentially unwanted procedures.

In contrast, choices discussing maximum care or full resuscitation techniques would not align with the principles of MOLST B, which is about respecting the patient's wish to limit certain aggressive treatments while still providing appropriate care until a designated point.