xvii Chapter 15 Older Adults: Health Law and Ethics 254 Competency and Decision Making 256 Public Policy Supporting Patient Autonomy and Safety 257 Restraints 257 Do Not Resuscitate Orders 258 Organ Donation 258 Physician-Assisted Suicide 260 Elder Abuse 261 Healthcare Facilities and Services 261 Senior Centers 262 Adult Day Care Centers 262 Home Health Agencies 263 Assisted-Living Facilities 264 Nursing Homes 264 Hospice Care 264 End-of-Life Issues 265 Chapter Review and Assessment 266 References 268 Glossary 275 Index 283