Nutrition, comfort and end of lifeQuestion 441 of 1700

How many physician signatures are needed to put a power of attorney into effect?

  1. Two
  2. One
  3. Three
  4. None
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Correct answer: Two

Two signatures avoid a conflict of interest and confirm the client cannot decide.

Source: Nursing Assistant (Reuter), 6.6: End-of-Life Care

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Questions last reviewed: 18 October 2026