The daughter of a patient who has been diagnosed with terminal cancer asks which documents are required to allow her to make health care decisions for her parent. Which response would provide the most accurate information to the daughter?

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A durable power of attorney for health care allows a designated person to make health care decisions for the patient if they are unable to do so themselves. Advance directives indicate the degree of intervention desired by the patient, but do not transfer decision-making authority. A 'Do Not Resuscitate' document only pertains to the use of resuscitation in the event of cardiac arrest and does not transfer authority. A living will also indicates the patient's wishes but does not transfer decision-making authority.

The Daughter of a Patient Who Has Been Diagnosed with Terminal