首医研究生英语unite3讲解.pptVIP

医学院校硕士研究生英语读写译综合教程 首都医科大学应用语言学系 Unit 3 Text A Patients Have Rights, but Doctors Have Rights, Too Outline Background information to Text A Analysis of the text Global analysis of the text Analysis of the text structure Summary of the text Reference answers to the exercises Background information to Text A Introduction to the topic With the development of medical technology, some patients who in the past would have died can now be kept alive by artificial means. Sometimes patients may have a strong desire for such treatment, because it is a temporary measure potentially leading to the restoration of health. At other times, such treatment may be undesirable, because it may only prolong the process of dying rather than restore the patient to an acceptable quality of life. In any case, each person is seen, under the law, as having the personal right to decide whether to continue or terminate such treatment. As long as a patient is mentally competent, he or she can be consulted about desired treatment. However, when a patient has lost the capacity to communicate the situation is different and that is what makes a living will necessary. Background information to Text A Related background information Elements of a Will ?Here are the basic elements generally included in a will: Your name and place of residence A brief description of your assets Names of spouse, children and other beneficiaries, such as charities or friends Alternate beneficiaries, in the event a beneficiary dies before you do Specific gifts, such as an auto or residence Background information to Text A Related background information Elements of a Will Establishment of trusts, if desired Cancellation of debts owed to you, if desired Name of an executor to manage the estate Name of a guardian for minor children Name of an alternative guardian, in the event your first choice is unable or unwilling to act Your signature Witnesses signatures Two of the most important items included in a w