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Old Feb 14, 2009, 07:21 PM
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Now, having said that... who should my physician communicate with in the event that I am not conscious or competent enough to make my own care decisions??? In that situation... I think my H would legally be appointed my guardian....

Consider how many people here would find themselves back in the lion's den, if their physician by default turned their medical decisions back to an abusive family member.
These are really good points. For medical decisions, I have appointed a "healthcare power of attorney." It is my sister. If I did not have this legal document appointing her, then by default, it is my husband. Since I don't want my H making potential life and death decisions for me about my health, I needed a third party. I trust my sister, so she is who I chose, after discussing it with her and getting her consent. Everyone should have a healthcare power of attorney unless they are comfortable with the default (a spouse or parent or closest family member).
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