A nurse is caring for a patient who suffered a stroke. The patient's daughter brings a DNR and the power of attorney documents to the hospital. What is the purpose of the DNR?
A. Document the terminal nature of the client's condition
B. Allow an alternative to the universal standing order to provide cardiopulmonary resuscitation to all clients
C. Provide an opportunity for the client, family, and caregivers to discuss the nature of the client's condition and the best possible course of action if the client has a cardiac arrest
D. Provide legal protection for nurses who believe a client should not be resuscitated
ANS: B
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