Advance directive - sustany/dvg GitHub Wiki

An advanced directive is defined as a legal document that takes effect if one cannot make decisions due to illness or incapacity.�Several different types of advance directives exist.�Some, such as a�living will, give instructions on which measures can be used to prolong life.� Others simply name a surrogate decision-maker for medical questions.�Different jurisdictions will generally have their own laws regarding different advanced directives. For instance, NY � 400.21-Advanced Directives states its definition, elements, purpose, etc.