A patient has been critically ill for several weeks and a Do Not Resuscitate (DNR) order was written several days ago. The patient's status has improved, and he is now eligible for transfer to a general nursing unit and is awake and alert
What is the most appropriate nursing action?
A) Initiate risk-reduction teaching to prevent recurrence of instability.
B) Ask the patient, family, and physician to review the DNR order.
C) Increase the frequency of monitoring of vital signs to ensure safety.
D) Encourage the patient to get more rest in preparation for transfer.
B
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