Broken Trust - When Cries For Help Are Not Heard

There are many complicated issues associated with aging and caring for the elderly. Medical emergencies can happen at any time. Knowing what to do in a medical emergency and afterwards can mean the difference between life and death for any person. A medical crisis is survivable; but, life or death decisions for treatment and care often have to be made by someone. Who decides? Is an advance directive in place that names someone to make these life or death decisions for the elderly person who cannot communicate in an emergency? Will an elderly person's wishes for medical care be respected and followed? This booklet tells the true story of a medical emergency, a survivable stroke, and what happens when a medical emergency is ignored and the care an elderly person wants and needs does not happen. A stroke is a common medical emergency as a person ages, and this stroke story provides a useful drill to follow to prepare for in any medical emergency. The illustrations in the book for recognizing the symptoms of a stroke are extremely valuable for all to learn.Durable powers of attorney for healthcare, a physicians order for life sustaining treatment (POLST) and other critical instructions for medical care may not be followed by healthcare providers. This can happen at any age, but more commonly occurs with patients as they age. Can healthcare providers ignore your durable power of attorney for health care or a POLST under the laws of your state?Read and discover the shocking truth about durable powers of attorney for healthcare, or a POLST, and when they may not be followed before it is too late. This booklet is a survival book for those growing older Don't leave yourself or those you love vulnerable. Learn the actions you must take to protect older family members and even yourself.