If a Patient Is Unable to Make Decisions About His/her

question 23

Multiple Choice

If a patient is unable to make decisions about his/her medical care, the authorization for someone to act on behalf of that person is provided by the:

• A) living will.
• B) surrogate decision makers statute.
• C) durable power of attorney.
• D) medical power of attorney.

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Definitions:

Primary Value

The fundamental or intrinsic value of something, not influenced by external factors.

Freedom

The power or right to act, speak, or think as one wants without hindrance or restraint.

Ethical Dilemma

A situation where a person is faced with a choice that involves a conflict between two moral imperatives, neither of which is unambiguously acceptable or preferable.

Clear Decision

An unambiguous and definitive resolution or ruling on a matter, leaving no room for confusion or doubt.