The Document Naming the Person or Persons Who Should Make

question 12

Multiple Choice

The document naming the person or persons who should make health-care decisions if a patient cannot make informed decisions for him- or herself is the:

• A) personal will.
• B) living will.
• C) durable power of attorney.
• D) do not resuscitate (DNR) order.

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Definitions:

Persuasive Document

A written material designed to argue in favor of a particular point of view or persuade the reader towards a specific conclusion or action.

Advocate

A person who publicly supports or recommends a particular cause or policy, often legally representing another person in court.

Primary Sources

Original documents or evidence directly related to a topic, used in research to provide direct data or firsthand accounts.

Objective Analysis

The evaluation or examination of facts and evidence without letting personal feelings or biases influence the outcome.