The Nurse Knows That Which of the Following Statements About

question 11

Multiple Choice

The nurse knows that which of the following statements about organ donation is true?

• A) Anyone who is comfortable approaching the family should discuss the option of organ donation.
• B) Brain death determination is required before organs can be retrieved for transplant.
• C) Donation of selected organs after cardiac death is ethically acceptable.
• D) Family members should consider the withdrawal of life support so that the patient can become an organ donor.

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