Which term is an advanced declaration of treatment preferences?

• A. Advanced Directive
• B. Privileged Communication
• C. Libel
• D. Abuse

Answer: (A)

An advanced directive is a document that lets a person spell out their medical treatment preferences for use if they become unable to communicate. It often includes decisions about life-sustaining treatments, such as resuscitation or ventilation, and may name a healthcare proxy or power of attorney to make decisions on the person's behalf. This is why it’s the best term for an advanced declaration of treatment preferences, because it explicitly covers what kind of care a person wants (or doesn’t want) in advance.

Privileged communication refers to confidential conversations between patient and clinician that are protected by law; libel is a false statement that harms someone's reputation; abuse involves harmful or cruel treatment. None of these describe pre-stated medical treatment choices like an advanced directive.