Asked by Alyson Cramond on May 08, 2024
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Advanced directives,often called "living wills," which are written while patients are still competent to make their own decisions,specify provisions with regard to all of the following EXCEPT
A) organ donation.
B) relief of pain.
C) mechanical respiration.
D) time and method that you wish for your death.
Advanced Directives
Legal documents that allow individuals to specify their preferences regarding medical treatments and interventions in advance, should they become unable to make decisions for themselves.
Living Wills
Legal documents detailing a person's preferences regarding medical treatments and interventions in the event they become incapable of expressing consent.
Mechanical Respiration
A medical process of supporting a person's breathing using mechanical ventilatory support.
- Determine the legal papers and steps individuals should take to secure adherence to their final wishes.
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Learning Objectives
- Determine the legal papers and steps individuals should take to secure adherence to their final wishes.
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