Gwyn, you're right. Each state is different. And each doctor or facility is different. I was fortunate. I had a power-of-attorney, and when the doctor found out my wishes were granted. When we knew surgery would probably kill him (he had peritonitis) and that he only had maybe 3 weeks at the most to live (because of fungus ball in the lung), I told the doctors to NOT do surgery, to let him go. My wishes were granted. Had there been 1 centimeter of a chance........I would have voted differently. Point is -- you have to go by your gut and the advice you get. Do not second guess yourself.
Others have said to watch movies --YES!!! Watch funny ones, not sad. Watch comedy shows....Try to think to the future. Is there something you've always wanted to do and never had the chance?????? THINK on it -- you may not do it yet....but THINK on it. {{{hugs}}}
Originally Posted by Gwyn
I don't want to argue. The RN taking care of Randy told us that if we didn't all agree, they had to provide heroic measures until the matter could be settled in court or that person changed their mind. We live in Utah. I am sorry I spoke like a know-it-all, but that is what we were told. I do apologize. Be sure to check with your state's rules and do what you can. Gwyn