The client with a chronic illness asks the nurse what a "living will" is. The nurse's best response explains that this form leaves instructions about:
1. What treatments to omit if one is unable to make these decisions.
2. Who is to make decisions if one is unable to make decisions.
3. Who is to inherit property and belongings after one has died.
4. How the costs of medical care are to be paid after one's death.
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Rationale: A living will indicates which treatments the client desires and which ones should not be initiated if the client is unable to make decisions for himself. A medical power of attorney gives the responsibility for who is to make medical decisions for the client to the person holding this title. A living will does not address property or belongings or financial responsibility.
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