The nurse is caring for a patient diagnosed with a brain tumor who is about to undergo surgery to have the tumor removed.Before the surgery,the patient signs a document giving instructions to his family regarding the level and extent of life-prolonging treatments he desires.Which of the choices below describe this legal directive? Select all that apply.

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This is an example of a living will that directs the family members to have care given to the patient based on what the patient wants if the patient is unable to make these decisions.With this document,the family cannot choose to do something the patient did not request.As described in the item,this is not a power of attorney,giving someone else the right to make healthcare decisions for the patient should he become incapable of making those decisions.

The Nurse Is Caring for a Patient Diagnosed with a Brain