A psychiatric–mental health nurse determines that a patient is competent when he is able to do which of the following?
A) Speak coherent English.
B) Communicate his or her choices.
C) Write a "living will."
D) Comply with the medical regimen.
B
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a. Competent practice c. A valid license b. A legal contract d. Following man-agement policies