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craiczarry

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A patient tells a nurse that he does not think he can have the recommended heart surgery because transfusions are against his religion. What is the best response of the nurse in this situation?
 
  A) Tell the patient that the surgery is necessary to keep him alive and is the only choice.
  B) Obtain all the information needed for the patient to make an informed decision.
  C) Prepare the patient for a visit from his spiritual advisor.
  D) Have the patient sign a form stating his refusal of the treatment.

Question 2

A nurse is preparing a patient's room to accommodate a visit from a spiritual counselor. Which of the following is a recommended practice?
 
  A) Dim or turn off the lights.
  B) Place a candle on the bedside table.
  C) Remove any unnecessary equipment.
  D) Place a cross on the bedside table.


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Reply #1 on: Jul 23, 2018
Answer to Question 1

B

Answer to Question 2

C


craiczarry

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Reply 2 on: Jul 23, 2018
:D TYSM

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