a written document that informs other of your wishes about your health care
a written document that informs others of your health care wishes
a written document that lets others know your wishes regarding your health care
A written statement to family and health care providers specifying a persons wishes in the event that they are terminally ill with no chance of recovery. Also known as a Living Will.
a document in which a person sets out decisions, wishes, or instructions about future health care treatment, and/or appoints a proxy
A legal document that lets others know one's wishes regarding medical care and treatment, funeral arrangements, organ donation, and other health care concerns.
A legal document drawn up by an individual expressing his or her wishes regarding the use of life-prolonging measures.
A written legal document which allows you to: Appoint another person (agent) to make health care decision for you if you are unable to make or communicate decisions for yourself; and/or leave written instructions for your health care wishes and preferences including but not limited to: CPR, artificial nutrition and hydration, kidney dialysis, and pain relief.
A document giving instructions for medical care in the event of a terminal or vegetative condition. May also contain a Durable Power of Attorney for Health Care. Also called a living will.
A written legal document which allows a person to appoint another person (agent) to make health care decisions should he or she be unable to make or communicate decisions.