It’s important for individuals and families to discuss health care preferences before a critical illness situation occurs. Advance care planning is the process of planning for future medical care, especially in the event a patient is no longer able to make decisions for himself or herself. Within the module was a link to an example of an advance directive form, the “Virginia Advance Directive for Health Care.” On this form, you can specify your preferences for choosing or refusing medical treatment and also name someone to make medical decisions on your behalf. Think about that document while answering this question. Although it is a difficult conversation, has your family discussed preferences for choosing or refusing medical treatment in the event of serious critical illness and the patient is no longer able to make these decisions?