3. Penelope is working with a patient who is in hospice care and she often refers to the patient's living will to determine appropriate treatment and care. What is something that Penelope might find in the patient's living will?

Question

A. identification of the patient's durable power of attorney

B. a consent form that specifies who can receive the patient's information

C. The patient's insurance information to protect their financial stability

D. details on the spiritual counseling the patient wishes to receive

Answer 1

A. identification of the patient's durable power of attorney

In a living will, it typically includes directives for healthcare decisions, and may also specify who the patient has designated as their durable power of attorney for healthcare. This person is authorized to make medical decisions on behalf of the patient if they are unable to do so themselves.