Signing Requirements
Two witnesses. At least one of the two witnesses must neither be the principal’s spouse nor a blood relative.[1]
Advance Directive Includes
- Living Will – Set out life-ending treatment options.
- Health Care Surrogate Form – A ‘medical power of attorney’ electing someone to handle healthcare-related needs.
- Do Not Resuscitate Form (DNR) – Used to inform medical personnel NOT to perform life-saving procedures.
- Donor Form – List organ donation preferences.
- Wallet Card – To have in case of an emergency.
Laws
State Definition – “Advance directive” means a witnessed written document or oral statement in which instructions are given by a principal or in which the principal’s desires are expressed concerning any aspect of the principal’s health care or health information, and includes, but is not limited to, the designation of a health care surrogate, a living will, or an anatomical gift made pursuant to part V of this chapter.[2]