The nurse is caring for an elderly client who has written advance directives. This means that the:
a. Client has made decisions regarding treatment if he becomes incapacitated.
b. Client has a living will.
c. Client has a Do Not Resuscitate order.
d. Client's family has decided on a medical treatment regimen.
A
Two parts of advance directives are the living will and a durable power of attorney. An advance directive indicates treatment choices if clients become incapacitated.
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