The second group was simply given the questions, without assurances of security. Only 28 percent said that they would be interested in registering their advance directives on-line. The Committee's survey results are consistent with the results of my survey, and supports my conclusion that if the on-line central registry is structured to meet the needs of the consumer, consumers are more likely to use it. It also suggests that appropriate education will be needed to encourage consumers to take advantage of this service. The Forum for Family and Consumer Issues.
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