An elderly client signs a do-not-resuscitate statement in a ...

[nenivikky]

An elderly client signs a do-not-resuscitate statement in a living will, and then, during lunch, chokes on food and loses consciousness. The nurse has a responsibility to:
 
  1. Make the client comfortable.
  2. Call the doctor to get an order for resuscitation.
  3. Do nothing, since the client signed a DNR order.
  4. Call a code and perform the Heimlich maneuver.

Question 2

A client undergoing outpatient chemotherapy for cancer treatment expresses concern about being kept alive on life support. The nurse should suggest that the client contact a lawyer to:
 
  1. Prepare for assisted suicide.
  2. Prepare advance directives and a living will.
  3. Meet with her family to decide what would be best for her.
  4. Discuss disposal of her assets.

[Dinolord]

Answer to Question 1

Answer: 4

1. DNR orders are intended for near-death situations. Since the choking event was accidental, the nurse has a responsibility to treat the client, attempt to remove the obstruction, and preserve life.
2. DNR orders are intended for near-death situations. Since the choking event was accidental, the nurse has a responsibility to treat the client, attempt to remove the obstruction, and preserve life.
3. DNR orders are intended for near-death situations. Since the choking event was accidental, the nurse has a responsibility to treat the client, attempt to remove the obstruction, and preserve life.
4. DNR orders are intended for near-death situations. Since the choking event was accidental, the nurse has a responsibility to treat the client, attempt to remove the obstruction, and preserve life.

Answer to Question 2

Answer: 2

1. Assisted suicide is legal in few states and would not support the client's needs.
2. Advance directives and living wills are legal documents that can allow clients to express their wishes regarding life-sustaining treatments.
3. The client is the one to determine what is best.
4. The client does not need an attorney to discuss the disposal of assets.

[nenivikky]

Thank you

[Dinolord]

No problemo