Health care directive 2026

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The document is an OPTIONAL ADVANCE HEALTH-CARE DIRECTIVE that allows individuals to provide instructions regarding their health care and designate an agent to make decisions on their behalf if they become incapable of doing so. It includes sections for appointing a primary physician, specifying wishes about life-sustaining treatment, artificial nutrition and hydration, pain relief, and anatomical gifts. The form emphasizes that it is optional and can be modified or revoked at any time.

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In Part 1, designate your primary agent by filling in their name, address, and contact information. You may also include alternate agents if your first choice is unavailable.
Specify the authority of your agent regarding health care decisions. You can limit their authority if desired; otherwise, they will have full decision-making power.
In Part 2, provide specific instructions about your health care preferences, including end-of-life decisions and artificial nutrition and hydration choices.
Designate your primary physician in Part 3 by entering their details. Ensure that you have a backup physician listed as well.
After completing all sections, sign and date the form. It’s advisable to have two witnesses sign as well for validation.

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