The Daughter of a Patient Who Has Been Diagnosed with Terminal

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Multiple Choice

The daughter of a patient who has been diagnosed with terminal cancer asks which documents are required to allow her to make health care decisions for her parent. Which response would provide the most information to the daughter?

• A) Advance directives indicate the degree of intervention desired by the patient.
• B) A 'Do Not Resuscitate' document signed by the patient transfers authority to the next of kin.
• C) A durable power of attorney for health care transfers decision-making authority for health care to a designated person.
• D) A living will transfers authority to the physician.

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Definitions:

Lumbar

Pertaining to the lower part of the back or the five vertebrae in the lower spine.

Cervical

Pertaining to the neck or cervix in the human body.

Atlas

The first cervical vertebra of the spine, supporting the skull and enabling head movements.