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What is the main purpose of advance care planning?
To help individuals understand and share their personal values and preferences regarding future medical care
What is the legal requirement for healthcare professionals regarding advance directives?
They are legally required to comply with instructions set out in an advance directive, even if they disagree with it
In the context of DNAR decisions, what factors should be considered?
The person’s overall goals and preferences, likelihood of success, and potential risks and harms
What does medical futility refer to?
Any intervention that is unlikely to benefit the patient
What are the two main kinds of medical futility mentioned in the text?
Quantitative futility and qualitative futility
What is autonomy according to the text?
A good in itself, whether or not it advances welfare
What should happen unless incapacity is proven according to the text?
Patients' preferences should be respected, even if there is a risk involved
Test your knowledge about advance care planning, advance directives, and do-not-resuscitate (DNAR) decisions. Explore the legal requirements for healthcare professionals and the factors to consider when making DNAR decisions.
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