An Advanced Directive Is Best Described as a Document That

question 37

Multiple Choice

An advanced directive is best described as a document that _____.

• A) Advises heirs as to a patient's desires regarding making endowments to hospitals
• B) Describes treatment a patient wishes to have or not have in case of incapacitation
• C) Orders the disbursement of an estate after death,similar to a power of attorney
• D) Results in a requirement that the patient's last will and testament be probated

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Definitions:

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Board of Directors

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