Advanced Directives
As of December 1, 1991, all hospitals in New Jersey are required by law to inform you, the patient, of your rights under the patient Self-Determination Act. This act provides for advance directives, better known as living wills. This law states that we must:

Provide every patient who is admitted a summary of state law and Deborah's policy regarding advance directives.

Ask every patient who is being admitted whether or not they have advance directives.

Place a copy of any advance directives, if applicable, in the patient's chart.

Inform the doctors, nurses and other caregivers of the patient's wishes contained in the advance directive.

Offer more information about advance directives to patients who request it. (Contact the Nursing Coordinator or Supervisor.)

A sample advance directive will be provided to you at central registration

At Deborah Heart and Lung Center you will not be discriminated against based on whether or not you have an advance directive.

You have the right to accept/refuse medical treatment during your stay.

You have the right to discuss all medical treatment with your doctor.

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