A Hawaii medical power of attorney form allows you to choose someone, called an agent, who will make medical decisions for you if you become unable to do so because of an illness or injury. This form is part of the broader advance health care directive form, which combines the medical power of attorney with a living will. The living will outlines your preferences for medical treatment, while the medical power of attorney designates your agent to make healthcare choices on your behalf if you’re incapacitated. This way, both your wishes and the authority to make decisions are clearly defined.
Laws
Statute: Chapter 327E (Uniform Health-Care Decisions Act).
Signing Requirements: Two (2) witnesses or Notary Public (§327E-3).
Revocation: You can inform your physician of your choice to change or revoke your medical power of attorney and take away the rights of your agent to make decisions for you (§327E-4).
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