Mr. Johnson, 80, has been diagnosed with Alzheimer's disease and his general state of health and well-being is rapidly deteriorating, although he is still able to function at functional capacity. His doctors have informed his daughter Ellen that she needs to move him to a better care facility that can closely monitor his father every day.

Ellen suggests this as an option for her father, however he insists that she can continue to live in her own home with minimal support. His doctors consider this unsafe for Mr. Johnson, but he is convinced of his decision and refuses to change his mind.

Ellen is not comfortable with her father's decision and informs his doctors that he will be transferred to the recommended facility the following Friday.

On Friday morning, Mr. Johnson is reluctantly brought into the care center.

1. Would you consider Ellen's choices illegal? Explain your answer.

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