The Hospice Nurse Requests That the Patient Designate a Primary

question 16

Multiple Choice

The hospice nurse requests that the patient designate a primary caregiver for himself.What is true of the primary caregiver?

• A)Must be a relative.
• B)Has complete control over the patient's care.
• C)Assumes ongoing responsibility for health maintenance of the patient.
• D)Must have power of attorney.

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