Why Should an 86-Year-Old Man with a Terminal Illness Be

question 28

Multiple Choice

Why should an 86-year-old man with a terminal illness be encouraged to file an advance directive?

• A) To demonstrate understanding of his imminent death
• B) To comply with most hospital policies
• C) To clarify treatment protocols
• D) To spare his family the burden of making end-of-life decisions

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