A dying patient and family have requested that no attempts be made to resuscitate the patient in the event of death. A doctor has written a DNR order. What is the nurse's responsibility if the patient dies?
A) Follow his or her own conscience and perform CPR.
B) Make no attempt to resuscitate the patient.
C) Follow a verbal physician's order for a slow code.
D) If the patient is at home, call 911 and begin CPR.
B
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