Durable Power of Attorney
Blood-Related Medical Decisions
I, Ruth A. Thompson, born 1951-11-03, residing at 881 Peachtree St NE, Atlanta, GA 30309, being of sound mind, hereby declare:
1. Appointment of Healthcare Agent
I appoint David L. Thompson (Son) (phone: 555-0500) as my healthcare agent for all decisions relating to blood-based medical treatments.
If my agent is unable to serve, I appoint Grace Thompson-Bell (phone: 555-0520) as successor.
2. Blood-Related Directives
I hereby direct that the following blood products and procedures be handled as specified:
3. Special Instructions
I refuse all blood products — both primary components and fractions. I accept autologous procedures (cell salvage, hemodilution, heart-lung bypass) provided the blood circuit remains continuous. Please use non-blood volume expanders, EPO, and iron therapy as alternatives.
4. Persons of Interest
Dr. William Harris — Primary Physician (phone: 555-0600)
Executed in Georgia, United States.