What is an advanced medical directive?

An advanced medical directive is a legal document that allows you to make important healthcare decisions in advance. In California, this document is used to help individuals plan for their medical and disability needs in case they are ever unable to make decisions for themselves due to illness or injury. It allows you to name a power of attorney, or someone you trust to make decisions on your behalf, and state your wishes regarding end-of-life care, such as whether you should receive life-sustaining treatment or not. Any instructions you give in the document can only be followed if you become unable to make decisions for yourself. Advanced medical directives are an important part of disability planning law in California, as they provide protection for individuals who may not be able to make decisions for themselves due to injury or illness. Without an advanced medical directive, a person’s wishes for their medical care may not be known or respected. It is important to talk to your doctor and family members about your wishes, so that they can be written into an advanced medical directive.

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