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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.After a family conference, the physician orders a DNR order, and palliative care is begun.This means


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Equilibrate

The process of achieving balance or stability within a system, particularly in the context of cognitive development as described by Jean Piaget.

Piaget

A psychologist known for his theory of cognitive development that describes how children's intellect grows through stages.

Logically

In a manner that is based on clear, sound reasoning or the formal principles of reasoning.

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