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Care at the End of Life - Health Tools

Health tools help you make wise health decisions or take action to improve your health.

Decision Points focus on key medical care decisions that are important to many health problems.

Should I have an autopsy done on my loved one? Should I receive artificial hydration and nutrition? Should I receive CPR and mechanical ventilation? Should I stop kidney dialysis? Should I stop life-prolonging treatment?

WebMD Medical Reference from Healthwise

Last Updated: July 31, 2006
This information is not intended to replace the advice of a doctor. Healthwise disclaims any liability for the decisions you make based on this information.
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