A nurse manager has recently held an educational program for newly hired nurses on the high acuity care unit. Which of the statements by a participant indicates the need for further education?
1. "The plan of care should ensure the wishes of the patient at the time of death.".
2. "The palliative care plan should seek to ensure the patient and family understands the disease status.".
3. "Advanced directives are not included in the palliative plan of care.".
4. "The goals of medical care should be included in the palliative plan of care.".
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Rationale: Advanced directive information is included in the palliative plan of care. All of the other elements are elements of the palliative plan of care and are correct statements.
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