An Older Client Recently Admitted from a Homeless Shelter Experiences

question 15

Multiple Choice

An older client recently admitted from a homeless shelter experiences cardiac arrest. The client has no resuscitation orders. Which action should the nurse take?

• A) Begin chest compressions.
• B) Notify the nursing supervisor.
• C) Obtain a prescription for DNR.
• D) Attempt to contact the client's next of kin.