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Author Question: If an older person wishes to have a DNR status on himself, which of the following is true? a. he ... (Read 40 times)

Caiter2013

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on: Jul 11, 2018
If an older person wishes to have a DNR status on himself, which of the following is true?
 
  a. he needs to have the physician sign a form that states this
  b. he will receive less quality care than those who are not DNR status
  c. he should place a copy on his refrigerator at home
  d. a and c only

Question 2

Which statement made by an older patient indicates to the nurse that the patient might be contemplating suicide?
 
  1. I wish I could stop all of this pain.
  2. God will take me when it's my time.
  3. I'm ready to go when God calls me.
  4. I'm no use to anyone. I might as well be dead.


xthemafja

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Reply #1 on: Jul 11, 2018
Answer to Question 1

D

Answer to Question 2

4
Rationale: Expressing a desire to have pain end does not indicate that an older patient is contemplating suicide.


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