Nutrition, comfort and end of lifeQuestion 1307 of 1700

Who can be named a health care power of attorney?

  1. A child under age 18 who is a close friend
  2. Any stranger the patient meets at the clinic
  3. Only a lawyer who works for the facility
  4. A trusted adult of sound mind
Show answer

Correct answer: A trusted adult of sound mind

The person must be over 18 and of sound mind, and trusted by the patient.

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

Practice nutrition, comfort and end of life

Questions last reviewed: 18 October 2026