An Individual Who Does Not Wish to Receive CPR If

question 73

Multiple Choice

An individual who does not wish to receive CPR if she has a heart attack in the hospital should request a(n) :

• A) DNR order.
• B) living will.
• C) power of attorney.
• D) disclosure document.
• E) informed consent.

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