What criteria are outlined in the Patient Self-Determination Act? Select all that apply
A. All clients need to be informed in writing of their rights to accept or refuse treatment while they are competent.
B. All clients need to provide the name of a healthcare surrogate before receiving care.
C. Nurses have an obligation to provide patients with the names of individuals who can act as durable power of attorneys
D. Nurses need to recognize the role culture and spiritual beliefs have in a patient's decision-making process
ANS: A,D
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