What is Healthcare Surrogate?

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1Definition

A person designated to make healthcare decisions for someone who cannot make them themselves.

2Context

Important for end-of-life planning. Should know your wishes and values.

3Example

If you're in a coma, your healthcare surrogate decides about treatment options.

⚠Common Trap

A healthcare surrogate isn't automatically your next of kin—you must designate one.

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