You Are a Gerontologist Caring for a Resident of a Long-Term

question 10

Multiple Choice

You are a gerontologist caring for a resident of a long-term care facility, Victor. Victor has expressed a desire to designate his son as the person to make health care decisions on his behalf should he be unable to make them. Which of the following does Victor need legal help establishing?

• A)Living will
• B)Medical power of attorney
• C)Ethical will
• D)Do-not-resuscitate orders

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Definitions:

Securely Attached

A type of attachment characterized by the individual's ability to form secure, loving relationships with others.

Long Term

Refers to a period of time extending far into the future, often used in the context of planning, goals, effects, or investments.

Socio-emotional

Relating to the combination of social and emotional aspects of an individual's experience and behavior.

Cognitive

Relating to mental processes such as perception, memory, reasoning, and problem solving.