The Daughter of a Critically Ill Patient Is Having Difficulty

question 4

Multiple Choice

The daughter of a critically ill patient is having difficulty making care decisions. The nurse suggests the daughter utilize the best-interest approach, which includes which of the following items? Select all that apply.

• A) Determining what would be in the best interest of the patient
• B) Objectively examining the patient's quality of life and amount of function
• C) Imagining herself as the patient and determining what she would want for care
• D) Asking the physician to make the decision regarding ongoing care needs
• E) Notifying all family members of the patient's status and making a group decision regarding care

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