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When developing advance directives for Samantha several key individuals should be involved. Samantha, the primary person whose care is being planned, can ensure her wishes are clearly expressed. Healthcare providers can provide medical knowledge, ensure directives are medically sound, and answer any questions or concerns. A legal advisor to ensure the advance directives comply with state laws and regulations. The designated decision maker, the family member she appointed will make critical decisions on her behalf. The case manager coordinates the process and ensures the advance directives are properly documented and accessible when needed. The facility staff should be aware of the advance directive and trained on its implementation if there is a crisis.
The process should begin by scheduling a meeting with Samantha to ensure she understands the purpose and importance of the documents and gather detailed information about her medical history and preferences for treatment during a crisis. In the advance directives are medical treatment preferences, allergy information, preferred medications, and a crisis intervention plan. Samantha’s healthcare providers, family members, attorneys, and facility staff should be consulted about her advance directives. The final steps for completion of the directives are drafting the document, reviewing and approving the draft, Samantha has to sign the document with a witness present, distribute signed copies of the document to everyone involved in her care, and schedule regular reviews to ensure her preferences are up to date.
Corey, G. (2020-09-25). Issues and Ethics in the Helping Professions, 10th Edition. [[VitalSource Bookshelf version]]. Retrieved from vbk://9798214346984
Chapter 13 examines ethical issues in community work that students might experience in the field.