Legal Matters
Q&A Living Willls & Health Care Proxies

What is a Living Will?
A Living Will is a written statement that expresses your resident’s desires with regard to health care treatment if he becomes mentally incapable and/or  physically incapable of expressing those desires. It can include instructions concerning the termination of life support.

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Legal Writing
Medical records are paradoxical. While despised for their necessity and consumption of valuable time, they are cherished for their usefulness. They are the most reliable indicator of what did or did not happen during any given shift. Legally, the medical record can be your best friend or your worst enemy. In the courtroom, they are the witnesses whose memories never fade. Here are a few tips on how to construct effective documentation.
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