Hoitomääräys
Hoitomääräys is a Finnish term that translates to "treatment order" or "care directive." It is a legal document that allows an individual to specify their wishes regarding medical treatment in situations where they may no longer be able to communicate those wishes themselves. This typically applies to future incapacity due to illness, accident, or age.
A hoitotahto, or living will, is a common form of hoitomääräys. In a hoitotahto, a person can
The hoitomääräys is a voluntary document. It should be made while the individual has the full capacity
A hoitotahto can be updated or revoked by the individual at any time, as long as they