What oregon document should the patient complete

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An elderly patient tells you that she doesn't want life-sustaining treatment. There are no advanced directive in her chart.

1. What Oregon document should the patient complete (the one that she can do without a doctor)?

2. What two main items does it contain?

3. What should she have her doctor complete? (This is the one that must be completed by the physician)

Reference no: EM133585297

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