[Cboldt]

I got the impression that Mae can't be starved and dehydrated if she is PVS or in a coma, but that she could be if she was declared terminally ill.

I disagree. Take all of the extra language out, and here is what Mae signed on to:

If at any time I should become in a coma with no reasonable expectation of regaining consciousness, or become in a persistent vegetative state with no reasonable expectation of regaining significant cognitive function, I direct that the application of life-sustaining procedures to my body, including nourishment and hydration, be withheld or withdrawn and that I be permitted to die.

[Fred Nerks]

What is missing on that clause that Mae signed onto is WHO is it that makes that finding?
Is it to be at the behest of a relative? Her physician? One or more medical professionals?
Who makes the diagnosis? The wording of that clause is what leaves the door wide open. TO OPINION!

[supercat]

I disagree. Take all of the extra language out, and here is what Mae signed on to:

The formatting doesn't make sense for that interpretation. I would be very curious to know whether Gaddy had anything to do with the document being printed out and formatted as it was.

NOTE ALSO THE WORDING CHANGE IN AN UNCHECKED SECTION!