A family member approaches the nurse caring for their gravely ill son and states, "We want to donate our son's organs." What is the best action by the nurse?
a. Arrange a multidisciplinary meeting with physicians.
b. Consult the hospital's ethics committee for a ruling.
c. Notify the organ procurement organization (OPO).
d. Obtain family consent to withdraw life support.
C
It is the ultimate responsibility of the organ procurement organization to approach the family and obtain consent for organ donation. The best action by the nurse is to notify the OPO. Arranging a multidisciplinary meeting with physicians and consulting the hospital's ethics committee are not appropriate actions in this scenario. Informed consent to withdraw life support is provided by the physician.
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