LibGuides: Applied Ethics: Advanced Directives

Advanced Directives

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In some of your ethics courses, you may have an assignment that asks you to locate a blank Advanced Directive form. The assignment may be something close to this... "Find an example of an Advance Directive form - a blank form. Do not just find an article about advanced directives unless a form is attached."

**Note, first read your specific assignment's directions or consult with your professor for information on your assignment.

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Put it in Writing: Questions and Answers on Advance Directives
From the American Hospital Association. "A growing number of people are taking an active role in their care before they become seriously ill. They are stating their health care preferences in writing, while they are still healthy and able to make such decisions, through legal documents called advance directives."

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The following online resources can assist you with locating blank advanced directives forms. The SPC databases have articles about advanced directives, but do not have blank forms.

Free Advanced Directive Forms by AARP
"When planning for your future medical care, prepare your advance directives to be sure your loved ones make health choices according to your wishes. Just select your state from the drop-down menu below and download the free advance directive forms for you to use. You’ll find instructions on how to fill out the forms."
Florida Advanced Directive form by Hospice
"Introduction to Your Florida Advance Directive. This packet contains a legal document that protects your right to refuse medical treatment you do not want, or to request treatment you do want, in the event you lose the ability to make decisions yourself. You may complete Part One, Part Two, or both, depending on your advance planning needs."