Jerilyn is in the early stages of an inoperable cancer.She has prepared a signed and witnessed written document directing her family not to allow any artificial or heroic steps to be taken in the event that she is unable to make her wishes known at the appropriate time.What is this document called?

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The document described is an advance directive, which is a legal document that specifies an individual's wishes for medical treatment in the event that they are unable to communicate them themselves. It often includes directions to withhold or withdraw life-sustaining treatments such as artificial respiration or cardiopulmonary resuscitation (CPR). A power of attorney, executive trust, and living trust are all separate legal documents with different purposes.

Jerilyn Is in the Early Stages of an Inoperable Cancer