A Home Health Client,Mr

question 19

Multiple Choice

A home health client,Mr.Brokoff,66,who has terminal cancer,has a respiratory arrest during one of the home health nurse's visits.Although he had previously signed a DNR (do not resuscitate) order,Mr.Brokoff's wife is second-guessing his wishes and tells the nurse to call 911.What should the nurse do?

• A)Ignore the request
• B)Call 911 immediately
• C)Initiate CPR
• D)Remind her of his wishes