Read the following scenario. The power Clara has granted her son is an example of which of the following?
Clara had a stroke that has affected her brain. She is worried that further medical crises could leave her unable to make medical decisions. She has signed a document stating that her oldest son will make medical decisions.
primary healthcare coverage
advanced directive
secondary proxy
durable medical power of attorney
He would be the durable medical power of attorney! Power of attorney is given to someone when a person gives someone else the rights to make medical decisions.
