Valmir, a wealthy 35-year-old man, became unconscious after a mild stroke. His attending physician, Priva, believed that part of Valmir's brain was slightly damaged; that Valmir must be placed on life sustaining support; and that Valmir might be able to talk and walk in the future. However, Valmir's wife opposed on the ground that Valmir has stated in his living will that he does not want to be placed on life sustaining treatment should he become terminally ill.

discuss in support of Dr. Priva's request that Valmir be placed on life sustaining treatment.