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What is an advanced directive?
 
  What will be an ideal response?

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Explain why Type O blood is considered to be the universal donor.
 
  What will be an ideal response?



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Answer to Question 1

An advanced directive is a signed legal document in which the patient identifies his or her wishes to be followed if the patient becomes incapacitated.

Answer to Question 2

Type O blood can be given to all patients because there are no antigens to cause a reaction with the patient's blood type.



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