Which of the Following Is NOT a Consideration When Deciding

question 84

Multiple Choice

Which of the following is NOT a consideration when deciding to withhold resuscitative efforts?

• A) Documentation of the patient's wishes
• B) Patient's age
• C) The nature of injury
• D) Indications of the "down time"

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