How should I advise a patient if she doesn’t have anyone to name as a proxy?

You should inform the patient that the best course of action under these circumstances is to write down her wishes and give a copy to her health care providers. She should fill out a legal form, such as a living will, with as much detail as possible, and then include a personalized statement to provide a better understanding of her wishes.

You should inform the patient that the best course of action under these circumstances is to write down her wishes and give a copy to her health care providers. She should fill out a legal form, such as a living will, with as much detail as possible, and then include a personalized statement to provide a better understanding of her wishes.