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What are Advance Care Directives and Why Are They Important?

What happens if you experience a catastrophic accident or illness that makes you unconscious or unable to communicate? How do you ensure that your wishes are known about your medical care? Advance Care Directives is the answer. By planning in advance, you can receive the medical care you desire, relieving loved ones of making major medical decisions during moments of grief or crisis. Advance Care Directives help reduce confusion and disagreement about medical care. Many people think that Advance Care Directives are only for the elderly. However, unexpected ends of life can happen to anyone at any age. It is important for everyone to prepare advance directives. Two Types of Advance Care Directives: A Living Will Living wills are legal documents. If you are incapacitated, they state your wishes for the care you want to receive. When you make a living will, you will consider the importance of being independent and independent. You will need to decide which medical i