The Main Purpose of a Living Will Is to

question 37

Multiple Choice

The main purpose of a living will is to

• A)make provisions for the division of property among loved ones after one's own death.
• B)specify how much medical care you wish to receive if you become hopelessly ill.
• C)appoint guardians to care for all living minor offspring upon one's death.
• D)make active euthanasia legal for one's self.

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Definitions:

Cerebellum

A part of the brain at the back of the skull in vertebrates, which coordinates and regulates muscular activity.

Hippocampus

A structure within the brain critical for the formation of new memories and associated with learning and emotions.

Basal Ganglia

A group of nuclei in the brain involved in controlling movement and coordination, as well as playing a role in learning, emotional response, and habit formation.

Cerebellum

A region of the brain that plays a vital role in motor control, and may also be involved in some cognitive functions like attention and language.