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📋 What an Advance Directive Is

Your instructions to doctors, written before you need them.

Defining an Advance Directive clearly

  • An **advance directive** is a legal document that outlines your preferences for medical care.
  • You complete this paperwork while you are healthy and able to make your own decisions.
  • It acts as a guide for your medical team if you ever become too ill or injured to speak for yourself.
  • These instructions ensure that your personal values dictate your treatment plan.
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