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next of kin

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A quick definition of next of kin:

Next of kin: The closest living family member of a person, including spouses and adopted family members. They are important in deciding who inherits a person's belongings when they die. Next of kin also need to be notified when someone dies and can make decisions about what happens to the body. In hospitals, next of kin can be notified when a patient is admitted and can make decisions about medical procedures on behalf of the patient.

A more thorough explanation:

A person’s next of kin is their closest living blood relative, including spouses and adopted family members. This means that if someone passes away without a will, their next of kin will inherit their estate. The next of kin is also responsible for making decisions about the deceased person's funeral arrangements and can authorize autopsies if necessary.

For example, if someone dies without a will, their next of kin would be their spouse or children. If they have no living spouse or children, their next of kin would be their parents or siblings.

In the context of hospitalizations, the next of kin is the person who can be notified about the patient's condition and can make decisions on their behalf if they are unable to do so. For instance, if a patient is unconscious, their next of kin would be contacted to make decisions about their medical treatment.

Overall, the next of kin is an important designation that helps determine who inherits a person's estate and who can make decisions on their behalf in certain situations.

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not sure if I should email them to say that, or just hold off on sending it and not give an excuse
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I think I just wouldn’t reach out and if they ask for them then say that
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