FIve Big Myths - Free Podcast Series from ABA

Health Law Section Podcast Series | Free to the General Public

Five Big Myths of Advance Care Planning and How to Stay Anchored in Reality (4/13/10) | Podcast
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This program addresses the five biggest myths that plague advance care planning and how to steer clear of them and make advance care planning more effective.

Myths:

1. People should use their state’s official advance directive form(s).
2. Your advance directive should include as specific instructions as possible.
3. Advance Directives are legally binding so doctors have to follow them.
4. Doing everything possible for dad means keeping dad alive at all costs.
5. A written advance directive is better than talk.