Part III. The Wants, Wishes, and Wills of Your Medical-Legal Affairs
From Karen Ann Quinlan to Terry Schiavo, we’ve all seen the headline-grabbing stories about the struggle to decide whether to continue life support. The issue is compelling and controversial. It’s also been the impetus for countless individuals to think about the end of their lives, what they want, who they want to make decisions for them, and how to be sure their wishes are carried out.
You’ll hear strong statements from relatives who demand, “Don’t keep me alive if I’m a vegetable.” Friends will say with all seriousness, “Pull the plug.” We get it—it’s what they want. But as we always tell people, just saying it isn’t enough. You need to put it in writing. And when you do put ...
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