A Durable Power of Attorney Is Used To

question 29

Multiple Choice

A durable power of attorney is used to:

• A) state the patient's wishes about treatments he does or does not want at the end of life.
• B) determine the decision-making capacity of the patient.
• C) withhold CPR in the event of cardiopulmonary arrest.
• D) allow a physician to write a DNR order.
• E) appoint a health care agent for the patient.

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