A client undergoing outpatient chemotherapy for cancer treatment expresses concern about being kept alive on life support. The nurse suggests that the client contact a lawyer to:
A)
prepare for assisted suicide.
B)
discuss disposal of her assets.
C)
meet with her family to decide what would be best for her.
D)
prepare advance directives and a living will.
D
Explanation:
A)
Advance directives and living wills are legal documents that can allow clients to express their wishes regarding life-sustaining treatments.
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Psychosocial Integrity: Coping and Adaptation
B)
Advance directives and living wills are legal documents that can allow clients to express their wishes regarding life-sustaining treatments.
Application
Implementation
Psychosocial Integrity: Coping and Adaptation
C)
Advance directives and living wills are legal documents that can allow clients to express their wishes regarding life-sustaining treatments.
Application
Implementation
Psychosocial Integrity: Coping and Adaptation
D)
Advance directives and living wills are legal documents that can allow clients to express their wishes regarding life-sustaining treatments.
Application
Implementation
Psychosocial Integrity: Coping and Adaptation
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