Which question, asked of a patient, reflects the observance of the Patient Self-Determination Act of 1990?
1. Have you recently changed physicians?
2. Why did you come to the hospital today?
3. Do you have a durable power of attorney?
4. Would you sign this release of information form?
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Explanation: 1. This is an assessment question, but has no relationship to the Patient Self-Determination Act.
2. This is an assessment question, but has no relationship to the Patient Self-Determination Act.
3. As a result of this act, healthcare providers are required to ask about living wills and durable powers of attorney.
4. This question reflects patient privacy concerns.
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