The Health Status of an Older Patient with Liver Disease

question 1

Multiple Choice

The health status of an older patient with liver disease is rapidly deteriorating. There is no documentation on the medical record regarding the patient's care wishes. What should the nurse do to ensure the patient receives care that is desired at the end of life?

• A) Ask social services to provide an advance directive for the patient to complete.
• B) Talk with the patient regarding what the patient wants after the hospitalization ends.
• C) Call a meeting with the patient, family, and primary care physician to discuss care goals.
• D) Discuss the patient's dire situation with the family and find out what their wishes might be.

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