The Scope of Advance Directives in Planning for Dementia

In conclusion, advance directives are important to avoid unwanted medical interventions, including simple interventions to address life-threatening conditions. But advance directives cannot preclude someone from entering dementia—to do that, one needs to consider VSED while having capacity. At the point of dementia, standard of care comfort care, with an appropriate strategy of feeding, should be provided.  
Source: blog.bioethics.net - Category: Medical Ethics Authors: Tags: End of Life Care Health Care advance directives Author: Shelton dementia syndicated Source Type: blogs