What Is a Terminal Condition?
A terminal condition is an irreversible condition that, without life-sustaining procedures, will result in death in a relatively short time or a state of permanent unconsciousness from which there is no likely recovery. The determination of terminal condition must be made by the attending physician. When does a Living Will take effect? A Living Will takes effect only when you have a terminal condition and are unable to make decisions. Durable Power of Attorney for Health Care What is a Durable Power of Attorney for Heath Care? A Durable Power of Attorney for Health Care (“DPACH”) is a document through which you name another person known as your “attorney-in-fact” or “agent” to make health care decisions for you if you are unable to make them. This agent is required to make decisions according to directions you may provide in the document or otherwise. If your wishes are not known, your agent shall make decisions in your best interests. The agent can be a spouse or other family member o
