Making Medical DecisionsThis invaluable book offers practical help and illuminating examples for patients and their families facing difficult medical and ethical decisions. |
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... someone- whether family member , friend , nurse , legally appointed proxy , or paid case management specialist - who ... someone who could do all this for you if you were ever incapacitated or unable to speak for yourself ? Have you ever ...
... someone- whether family member , friend , nurse , legally appointed proxy , or paid case management specialist - who ... someone who could do all this for you if you were ever incapacitated or unable to speak for yourself ? Have you ever ...
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... someone who will be able and willing to be there and speak for you . Here are some additional pointers on choosing an advo- cate : Look for someone who's assertive , knows your values , and understands you . Choose someone who will ...
... someone who will be able and willing to be there and speak for you . Here are some additional pointers on choosing an advo- cate : Look for someone who's assertive , knows your values , and understands you . Choose someone who will ...
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... someone who's been successful and to someone who hasn't succeeded . You're going in there with the idea you'll be one of the lucky ones , but you have to keep in mind it might not work for you . Someone who's been suc- cessful is going ...
... someone who's been successful and to someone who hasn't succeeded . You're going in there with the idea you'll be one of the lucky ones , but you have to keep in mind it might not work for you . Someone who's been suc- cessful is going ...
Contents
Acknowledgments | 11 |
Taking the Lead in Building | 34 |
Knowing and Exercising Your | 59 |
Copyright | |
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