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Living Will

Document specifying preferences for end-of-life medical care.

Added: March 18, 2026
Applicable: Universal

Detailed Explanation

A Living Will is a written statement detailing a person's desires regarding their medical treatment in circumstances in which they are no longer able to express informed consent, especially regarding life-sustaining treatment (e.g., ventilators, feeding tubes). It guides doctors and family members in making difficult decisions.

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#medical#life support#wishes#end-of-life

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