A Client Tells the Nurse That He Has an Advance

question 24

Multiple Choice

A client tells the nurse that he has an advance directive with durable power of attorney for health care.The client asks how the advance directive will affect the surgery.What is the nurse's best response?

• A) "You will not be intubated during general anesthesia for the surgery."
• B) "There will be no effect on your surgery."
• C) "The surgical staff will resuscitate only if your heart stops during the operation."
• D) "If you are unable to make a decision, your designee will be asked."

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Definitions:

Civil Liability

The responsibility to compensate for losses or damages caused to another party due to negligence or unlawful acts within civil law.

Confidential Information

Information that is not public knowledge and is protected from unauthorized disclosure, typically due to its sensitive nature.

Complying

The act of following, obeying, or conforming to a set rule, standard, or demand.

Court Order

A directive issued by a court or a judge requiring a person or entity to do or refrain from doing something.