Explain the purpose of an advanced directive as it pertains to patient care. Identify which health care facility locations would use an advanced directive with a patient.

What will be an ideal response?


Advanced Directive
Purpose: Advanced directives give direction about what needs to happen after a patient is deceased. The patient will make decisions ahead of time and put them in writing through this document.
Locations: Hospitals, skilled nursing facility, and hospice are some examples.

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