A living will or advanced directives is an example of which basic right?

A) Autonomy
B) Nonmaleficence
C) Informed consent
D) All of the above

Advanced Directives

Legal documents that allow individuals to specify their preferences for medical treatment in case they become unable to communicate their wishes in the future.

Autonomy

stands for the right or condition of self-governance; the ability of an individual to make independent choices.

Nonmaleficence

A core ethical principle in healthcare that obligates healthcare providers to refrain from causing harm to patients.