Upon admission the nurse asks the patient, "Do you have a living will?" Which of the following would correctly define a living will?
A) A legal document that is always honored.
B) A legal document that specifies the patient's wishes before hospitalization.
C) A legal document that is binding for the duration of the patient's life.
D) A legal document drawn by the patient's family to determine DNR status.
Ans: B
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