Alma and Vera Are Sisters in Late Middle Age

Multiple Choice

Alma and Vera are sisters in late middle age. They wish to exert some control over the end-of-life care they will receive. Alma creates a directive giving instructions to family members, friends, and medical personnel. Vera appoints her eldest daughter to make decisions for her when the time comes. Which statement is true?

A) Alma is using a living will. Vera is using a health care proxy.
B) Alma is using a health care proxy. Vera is using a living will.
C) Both sisters are using a living will.
D) Both sisters are using a health care proxy.