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§63-3101.5.


§63-3101.5.
   
   A. An advance directive becomes operative when:
   
   1. It is communicated to the attending physician; and
   
   2. The declarant is no longer able to make decisions regarding
   administration of life-sustaining treatment. When the advance
   directive becomes operative, the attending physician and other health
   care providers shall act in accordance with its provisions or comply
   with the provisions of Section 9 of this act.
   
   B. In the event more than one valid advance directive has been
   executed and not revoked, the last advance directive so executed shall
   be construed to be the last wishes of the declarant and shall become
   operative pursuant to subsection A of this section.
   

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