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Originally Posted by l2ridehd

Very thought provoking article. I have always said and in fact have a living will that says the same, do only reasonable efforts only. And take as many body parts that still work for who ever they may help. However you may get there and no one knows your wishes. I like the tattoo idea.



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My son is a doctor and whenever we are discussing whether to have a procedure done he said one should ask if having the procedure will improve the quanitly and the Quaily of one's life. If death is not imminent one should ask if the procedure will change the scope of treatment or just confirm the diagnosis.
As a chaplain I have seen people hang on to their loved ones forever putting them through a horrible amount of suffering. When you are making the very tough decisions that come with End of Life, always discern who's need is being served, the patients or your own. Are you just not ready to let go? Please have a serious discussion with those you love about their end of life decisions. In the State of Florida one must complete a medical surrogate document in order for a person to speak for a loved one if they cannot speak for themselves. They do not offer resiciprosity with other State's documents. Hubby and I have an appointment to fill ours out next week. It is one of our gifts to each other.