prior directives
[ˈpraɪər dɪˈrɛktɪvz]
nounpl: prior directives
diretivas antecipadas
1. Written instructions expressing a person's wishes regarding medical treatment and end-of-life care to be followed if they become unable to communicate their preferences
She documented her prior directives to ensure her family knew her healthcare preferences.
Ela documentou suas diretivas antecipadas para garantir que sua família conhecesse suas preferências de saúde.
2. Legal documents that specify medical decisions and treatment preferences before they are needed
Prior directives are essential for protecting patient autonomy in medical emergencies.
As diretivas antecipadas são essenciais para proteger a autonomia do paciente em emergências médicas.
Prior directives are legally recognized in both the United States and Brazil, though the Brazilian term 'testamento vital' reflects cultural emphasis on end-of-life autonomy. In the U.S., these documents are standard practice in healthcare planning; in Brazil, their use has grown significantly since the early 2000s with increased legal recognition. Both cultures emphasize respect for individual autonomy in medical decision-making.
Related Idioms & Phrases
put one's affairs in order
express one's wishes in advance
documented healthcare preferences
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