A Patient Was Admitted to the Critical Care Unit Several

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Multiple Choice

A patient was admitted to the critical care unit several weeks ago with an acute myocardial infarction and subsequently underwent coronary artery bypass grafting surgery.Since a cardiac arrest 5 days ago, the patient has been unresponsive.An electroencephalogram shows no meaningful brain activity.The patient does not have an advance directive.Which of the following statements would be the best way to approach the family regarding his ongoing care?

• A) "I will refer this case to the hospital ethics committee, and they will contact you when they have a decision."
• B) "What do you want to do about the patient's care at this point?"
• C) "Dr. Smith believes that there is no hope at this point and recommends DNR status."
• D) "What would the patient want if he knew he were in this situation?"

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