Care of the dying. Families of landmark cases tell their stories.
In recent years, despite differences in opinion, society has forged a general consensus about how health care decisions will be made for incapacitated patients. Key to this general agreement is the participation of family members in discussions with health providers, courts, lawyers, and legislators. The following articles summarize some recent involvement of these families in educational efforts.
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