The Patient's Condition Has Deteriorated to the Point Where She

question 9

Multiple Choice

The patient's condition has deteriorated to the point where she can no longer make decisions about her own care.Which of the following nursing interventions would be most appropriate?

• A) Obtain a verbal DNR order from the physician.
• B) Continue caring for the patient as originally ordered because she obviously wanted this.
• C) Consult the hospital attorney for recommendations on how to proceed.
• D) Discuss with the family what the patient's wishes would be if she could make those decisions herself.

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