Any Glimmer of Uncertainty as to a Patient's Desire in an Emergency

question 26

Multiple Choice

Any glimmer of uncertainty as to a patient's desire in an emergency situation should be ___________.

• A) resolved by contacting family members prior to making any treatment decisions
• B) resolved in favor of preserving life
• C) resolved by providing a blood transfusion regardless of religion and need for such a transfusion
• D) resolved by providing minimal care

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Definitions:

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