A nurse is explaining advance care directives, or "living wills," to a client and the client's spouse. Which of the following would the nurse include in the description?
A) The document tells what treatment is to be omitted if the client is unable to make the decision.
B) It requires that the client sign the "living will" document while an attorney is present.
C) The client's physician must act as a witness when the client signs the document.
D) An attorney draws up the papers to be given to the client and his or her family.
Ans: A
Advance care directives, or "living wills," state what treatment should be omitted or refused if the client is unable to make those decisions. An advance care directive requires two witnesses and notarization but does not require an attorney.
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