Table 2.

Sample distribution for each ADKS item.

		n	%
The ACD, once signed, is valid for life. *	Correct	695	74.89
	Incorrect	233	25.11
ACD and euthanasia mean the same thing. *	Correct	916	98.71
	Incorrect	12	1.29
The ACD, once made and registered, can be revoked at any time.	Correct	863	93.00
	Incorrect	65	7.00
The ACD is valid as an authorization or refusal to participate in scientific research programs or clinical trials.	Correct	565	60.88
	Incorrect	363	39.12
The ACD gives an indication of whether the citizen allows their organs to be donated or not.	Correct	359	38.69
	Incorrect	569	61.31
The ACD reflects the values and preferences of citizens when making therapeutic decisions at the end of their lives.	Correct	861	92.78
	Incorrect	67	7.22
The ACD defends doctors from accusations of negligence.	Correct	677	72.95
	Incorrect	251	27.05
The ACD indicates the citizen’s clear and unequivocal will to not be subjected to artificial support treatments for vital functions.	Correct	872	93.97
	Incorrect	56	6.03
The ACD guarantees the citizen’s choice to not be subjected to experimental treatments that are in an experimental phase.	Correct	718	77.37
	Incorrect	210	22.63
Appointing a health care prosecutor is mandatory whenever a living will is made. *	Correct	534	57.54
	Incorrect	394	42.46
The appointment of the health care prosecutor replaces the ACD. *	Correct	50	5.39
	Incorrect	878	94.61
The ACD is only effective if registered in the Living Will National Register (RENTEV).	Correct	90	9.70
	Incorrect	838	90.30
The patient’s family has to agree with the content of the ACD statement so it can be applied. *	Correct	886	95.47
	Incorrect	42	4.53
To be fulfilled, the ACD must always accompany the person or be taken by someone to the hospital.	Correct	669	72.09
	Incorrect	259	27.91
The family’s opinion overrides that of the health care prosecutor. *	Correct	866	93.32
	Incorrect	62	6.68
When the patient is unconscious, their family can change or cancel the content of the ACD. *	Correct	898	96.77
	Incorrect	30	3.23
Total of each statement		928	100

* Wrong statements.