In a living will, __________.

A. people specify the treatments they do or do not want in case of a terminal illness, coma, or other near-death situation
B. people can anticipate all future medical conditions and state their wishes in each case, including persistent vegetative states
C. people appoint a friend or relative to act as their proxy, authorizing the proxy to make health-care decisions on their behalf
D. patients can guarantee that doctors will follow their wishes with regard to life-sustaining interventions


Ans: A. people specify the treatments they do or do not want in case of a terminal illness, coma, or other near-death situation

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