If a patient is unable to make medical decisions for him or herself, who has the legal right to make the medical decisions for the patient?

durable power of attorney
family member
physician
attorney general


durable power of attorney

Rationale: A person legally designated to make decisions for a patient when they are unable to is a durable power of attorney.

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What will be an ideal response?

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Clark's rule is based on the:

A) age of the child B) height of the child C) weight of the child D) sex of the child

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Indicate whether the statement is true or false

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