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- Health care proxy
- Also called a durable power of attorney for health care, medical power of attorney or appointment of health care agent, this is a legal document that names a person to make medical decisions for you any time you are unable to make your own medical decisions. Unless you formally appoint someone, many health care professionals and institutions will make critical decisions for you that might not be based on your wishes. In some situations, a court may have to appoint a guardian unless you have already done so.
