A Dying Client and Family Have Requested That No Attempts

question 20

Multiple Choice

A dying client and family have requested that no attempts be made to resuscitate the client in the event of death. A doctor has written a DNR order. What is the nurse's responsibility if the client dies?

• A) Follow his or her own conscience and perform CPR.
• B) Make no attempt to resuscitate the client.
• C) Follow a verbal physician's order for a slow code.
• D) If the client is at home, call 911 and begin CPR.

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