At the Time of Admission, a Patient with a Terminal

question 31

Multiple Choice

At the time of admission, a patient with a terminal illness tells the nurse that her daughter will be allowed to make health-related decisions if she becomes incapacitated. What should the nurse realize this patient is specifically describing?

• A) healthcare surrogate
• B) living will
• C) durable power of attorney
• D) advance directive

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