Making Medical DecisionsThis invaluable book offers practical help and illuminating examples for patients and their families facing difficult medical and ethical decisions. |
Contents
Acknowledgments | 11 |
Taking the Lead in Building | 34 |
Knowing and Exercising Your | 59 |
Copyright | |
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