phuluong2k
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A 76 year old unconscious woman on mechanical support, his son bring a living will signed a month ago stating that the patient would not want mechanical method, his daughter present a document granting her healthcare of power of attorney also signed the patient 2 years ago, request that life support should continue for the time being, until all medical option explored
A Confer with the neurologist and after examining the medical fact, render a decision in the best interests of the patient
B. Continue life support as directed by the daughter
C. Seek adjudication of this family dispute in the appropriate legal forum
D. Discontinue life support as requested in the living will
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| mjl1717
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The will from a month ago takes precedent?
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| phuluong2k
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Try again
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| usmle1
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How do you think answer A?
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| phuluong2k
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A is normally wrong, 'cause don't pass the ball
The answer is B, cause power of attorney is most important, even though the son has a living will.
The power of attorney only not available in 2 cases
1. Denied by the patient herself by a writtened doccument
2. It is torn in two
Sorry, i forgot this q long time
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