Texas Health and Safety Code 166.031 – Definitions
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Terms Used In Texas Health and Safety Code 166.031
- in writing: includes any representation of words, letters, or figures, whether by writing, printing, or other means. See Texas Government Code 312.011
In this subchapter:
(1) “Directive” means an instruction made under § 166.032, 166.034, or 166.035 to administer, withhold, or withdraw life-sustaining treatment in the event of a terminal or irreversible condition.
(2) “Qualified patient” means a patient with a terminal or irreversible condition that has been diagnosed and certified in writing by the attending physician.