Author Question: How is a durable power of attorney helpful to an incapacitated patient? a. It directs treatment ... (Read 76 times)

rayancarla1 · **on:** Jul 11, 2018

How is a durable power of attorney helpful to an incapacitated patient?

a. It directs treatment in accordance with the patient's wishes.
b. It directs an agent to make health care decisions.
c. It gives power to an agent to make decisions regarding health, property, and other assets.
d. It can only be executed by an attorney.

Question 2

What is the leading cause of death in young adults?

a. Diabetes
b. Accidents
c. Hypertension
d. Testicular cancer

juwms · **Reply #1 on:** Jul 11, 2018

Answer to Question 1

ANS: B
The durable power of attorney gives an agent the power to make health care decisions. It can be executed by anyone and does not extend beyond health care issues. A living will directs treatment according to the patient's wishes.

Answer to Question 2

ANS: B
The leading cause of death in young adults is accidents.