Question

Patient Ann Smith is in a coma and has been declared brain dead. Her doctors, following her wishes, disconnect the tubes that help her breathe. Ms. Smith most likely has a/an

Answer 1

Family member that told them to take her off of life support

Answer 2

Answer:

A Durable Power of Attorney

Explanation:

A Durable Power of Attorney for Health Care is a document that lets you name someone else to make decisions about your health care in case you are not able to make those decisions yourself. It gives that person (called your agent) instructions about the kinds of medical treatment you want.