Important Decisions

You may have to make some important decisions regarding the treatment of your loved one if he or she is unable to communicate. When considering your options, please think about:

• What the patient has said in the past about medical treatments.
• What the patient has said in the past when someone else was seriously ill.
• What you think the patient would say if he or she could join us in the discussions.
• Who will be making the healthcare decisions for the patient (Healthcare Proxy) if necessary.