What is the name of your state?Chattanooga ,Tennessee
Recently my mother (whom is divorced) has suffered a massive heartattack and was in ICU since the 13 th of this month.Her brain went for atleast 8 min without oxygen.The doctors told me that since she has no living will and I am the oldest child and there is no spouse that I have the responsability of "next of kin".As time has went on the doctors have givin me some choices on what can be done and the most likely results to each option.I have made these desicions after consulting with my husband,my mothers boyfriend,and the rest of the family.
But I have noticed in some cases concerning business outside of the hospital that "next of kin" isnt respected near as much.I have asked around and I am told that I need too obtain power of attoney.How do I do this when my mother is 90% brain damaged and cant give consent? Please help! Thank You!
Recently my mother (whom is divorced) has suffered a massive heartattack and was in ICU since the 13 th of this month.Her brain went for atleast 8 min without oxygen.The doctors told me that since she has no living will and I am the oldest child and there is no spouse that I have the responsability of "next of kin".As time has went on the doctors have givin me some choices on what can be done and the most likely results to each option.I have made these desicions after consulting with my husband,my mothers boyfriend,and the rest of the family.
But I have noticed in some cases concerning business outside of the hospital that "next of kin" isnt respected near as much.I have asked around and I am told that I need too obtain power of attoney.How do I do this when my mother is 90% brain damaged and cant give consent? Please help! Thank You!
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