This blog post provides step-by-step instructions on how to create an advance directive.] [1] There are a number of different ways to create an advance directive. You can work with your doctor, a lawyer, or a social worker. You can also use a standardized form, such as the Five Wishes document.
[2] Here are the steps involved in creating an advance directive:
* **Think about your values and beliefs.** What is important to you in terms of your health and well-being? * **Consider your medical wishes.** What type of medical treatment do you want to receive if you are unable to speak for yourself? * **Choose a person to be your health care agent.** This person will make decisions about your medical care if you are unable to do so yourself. * **Sign and date your advance directive.** * **Share your advance directive with your family and loved ones.**
[3] It is important to review your advance directives regularly to ensure that they reflect your current wishes. You should also share your directives with your family and loved ones so that they are aware of your wishes.
[Relevant websites:
- The National Institutes of Health: https://newsinhealth.nih.gov/2024/07/step-step-guide-advance-care-planning
- The American Medical Association: https://code-medical-ethics.ama-assn.org/ethics-opinions/advance-care-planning
- The Mayo Clinic: https://www.mayoclinichealthsystem.org/for-patients-and-visitors/advance-care-planning/create-your-plan
- The Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services: https://www.cms.gov/outreach-and-education/medicare-learning-network-mln/mlnproducts/downloads/advancecareplanning.pdf
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