A Client in the Intensive Care Unit Has a "Do

question 19

Multiple Choice

A client in the intensive care unit has a "do not resuscitate" (DNR) order on his chart. What does the nurse caring for him need to recognize about DNR orders?

• A)DNR orders may be given orally by the physician.
• B)There is no specific time limit to DNR orders.
• C)DNR orders protect the client's family from making difficult decisions.
• D)DNR orders must be written by the physician.

Understand the variable cost method of cost-plus pricing and its application.

Understand the concepts of cost centers, profit centers, and investment centers and their differences.

Comprehend the structure and implications of centralized and decentralized business organizations.

Recognize the role and impact of budgets and budget performance reports in managing responsibility centers.

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Definitions:

White Blood Cells

Components of the immune system that defend the body against infectious disease and foreign materials.

Coronary Heart Disease (CHD)

A condition characterized by reduced blood flow to the heart muscle, often due to the buildup of plaque in the coronary arteries.

Pathogens

Microorganisms or viruses that can cause disease when transmitted to a host organism, including bacteria, viruses, fungi, and parasites.

Immune System

The complex network of cells, tissues, and organs that work together to defend the body against disease-causing organisms or substances.