A Texas living will, also referred to as a Directive to Physicians and Family or Surrogates or simply a “directive,” is a medical form that will instruct health care professionals on what types of treatments a person does and does not want to receive if they are in critical condition. This document only goes into effect if the principal is incapacitated.
A Texas living will, also referred to as a Directive to Physicians and Family or Surrogates or simply a “directive,” is a medical form that will instruct health care professionals on what types of treatments a person does and does not want to receive if they are in critical condition. This document only goes into effect if the principal is incapacitated.
Laws – § 166.031 – 166.053
Signing Requirements (§ 166.032) – Two (2) Witnesses or a Notary Public
Statutory Form – § 166.033
Statute – § 166.031(1)
“Directive” means an instruction made under Section 166.032, 166.034, or 166.035 to administer, withhold, or withdraw life-sustaining treatment in the event of a terminal or irreversible condition.
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