May 31, 2017
Question:
Answer:
The guardian puts itself in the shoes of the patient and determines what the patient would decide if he or she were competent
Correct Answer?
Explanation:
The guardian uses their best judgment to act in the best interest of the patient
The guardian decides based on what he/she would want for his/her life
The guardian makes a decision based on the current mood in society about end of life care
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