A document serving to appoint an individual, chosen by the patient, to represent the patient's interests is a(n)
subpoena duces tecum
durable power of attorney
living will
advance directive
durable power of attorney
Rationale: Durable power of attorney allows another to represent the patient's interests.
You might also like to view...
Which document was developed to ensure that the donor gets a consistent message and that the questions asked are thorough and meet AABB Standards as well as FDA regulations?
a. DDD b. DDR c. DHQ d. DHR
What is the impact of palliative care on the process of weaning PMV patients?
A. Palliative care seems to delay the ventilator discontinuation process for PMV patients. B. Palliative care appears to accelerate the process of liberating a PMV patient from mechanical ventilation. C. Palliative care has no affect on the outcome of the process of weaning a PMV patient. D. No studies have been conducted concerning the influence of palliative care on attempts to liberate PMV patients from ventilatory support.