What they are Who should have one Why they are important How to get one
What they are Form similar to a living will or durable power of attorney Describe your future medical choices o Consent to treatment o Refusal to treatment o Appoint an agent o Organ, tissue or entire body donations
Who should have one Everyone Only 18 – 36% of Americans have completed one The medium age is 77 years old
Why they are important Allows your medical choices to be known Eliminates confusion Removes conflict or agonizing choices
How to get one Free Forms available at: Local hospitals
Conclusion Communicate your choices by completing an Advanced Health Care Directive