A Patient with a Terminal Illness Says That When the Pain

question 7

Multiple Choice

A patient with a terminal illness says that when the pain becomes too unbearable he plans to take an overdose of pain medication and end it all. How should the nurse respond to this patient's plan?

• A) "Do you have a living will?"
• B) "Have you assigned durable power of attorney to anyone?"
• C) "Have you considered a healthcare surrogate?"
• D) "Have you researched methods for self-euthanasia?"
• E) "Have you talked with your healthcare provider about orders for life-sustaining treatment?"

Analyze the influence of research methodologies on our understanding of mental disorders.

Acknowledge the evolving nature of psychological perspectives on mental health, influenced by feminist critiques.

Recognize the biological, social, and psychological contributors to mental disorders.

Identify specific mental health conditions and their symptoms.

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