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2.2 An efficient pathway is a key motivating factor for making ADs

Consultation Question 3

Do you agree with the fundamental principles set out in paragraph 4.8?

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Paragraph 4.8 (a) respecting a person’s right to self-determination.
[✔] Agree [ ] Disagree

Paragraph 4.8 (b) patient’s right to self-determination overrides treatment decisions
based on treatment provider’s interpretation of patient’s best interest.
[✔] Agree [ ] Disagree

Paragraph 4.8 (c) a person should have the primary responsibility of keeping and
presenting the original copy of an advance directive.
[ ] Agree [✔] Disagree

Paragraph 4.8 (d) sufficient safeguards should be provided to preserve lives.
[✔] Agree [ ] Disagree

Consultation Question 16

Do you think that the proposed safeguards to ensure validity of an advance directive are
sufficient?

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Paragraph 4.24 (a) original copy of the advance directive should be presented.
[ ] Agree [✔] Disagree

Paragraph 4.24 (b) advance directive should be sufficiently clear and is not
being challenged.
[✔] Agree [ ] Disagree

Paragraph 4.24 (c) advance directive must not have been withdrawn.
[✔] Agree [ ] Disagree
Paragraph 4.24 (d) no controversial behavior from the person which suggests a change
of mind.
[✔] Agree [ ] Disagree

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