Which of the following legislative rulings requires medical facilities to inform patients of their rights to choose the types and extent of medical care available and their legal right to advance directives?

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The Patient Self-Determination Act requires medical facilities to inform patients of their rights to choose the types and extent of medical care available and their legal right to advance directives. The Omnibus Budget Reconciliation Act focuses more on Medicare and Medicaid funding and regulations. The Food, Drug, and Cosmetic Act focuses on regulating food, drug, and cosmetic products. The Affordable Care Act focuses on healthcare reform and increasing access to healthcare.

Which of the Following Legislative Rulings Requires Medical Facilities to Inform