A document that states one does not want medical intervention to be kept alive if the quality of life is not good or hope for recovery is dismal is called a _________.

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A living will is a legal document that allows an individual to express their wishes regarding medical treatment and life-sustaining measures in the event they become incapacitated or unable to communicate their wishes. It outlines what medical interventions one would want and not want to be made on their behalf. It is a proactive means of personal decision-making that empowers individuals to express their autonomy and self-determination in healthcare decision making, especially when the quality of life is not good or there is minimal hope for recovery. Holographic wills and legal wills are legal documents that deal with the distribution of one's property after death and do not address medical interventions. A "deadly will" is not a valid or recognized legal term.

A Document That States One Does Not Want Medical Intervention