Lucas is 94 years old and his children have all passed away.He is concerned that the doctors will not honor his wishes at the end and wants his granddaughter to be able to make decisions.Lucas should encourage her to

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The best choice is for Lucas to encourage his granddaughter to obtain a medical durable power of attorney. This legal document allows the designated person to make medical decisions on behalf of the patient if they become incapacitated or unable to make decisions. Having a living will is also important, but it does not give someone the authority to make decisions, only guidance on what the patient wants. Developing a relationship with the doctor may be helpful, but having a legal document in place is more important. Creating a fuss at the hospital is not constructive and will not help the situation.

Lucas Is 94 Years Old and His Children Have All