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faduma

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The surgical examination of the organs and tissues of the body after death that is performed to determine the cause and circumstances of death is called a(n) __________.
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Question 2

Define living will.



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Answer to Question 1

autopsy

Answer to Question 2

Document signed by an individual directing medical care providers to terminate life-sustaining treatment under certain conditions in the event the individual becomes permanently incapacitated and unable to speak.



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