Question 1
The decision has been made to not start needed dialysis on a patient in the intensive care unit. According to Copnell (2005), this decision would fall under which category of ICU deaths?
◦ Limitation
◦ Brain death
◦ Withdrawal
◦ Failed CPR
Question 2
A nurse might elect to have a family present during CPR on a critically ill patient because it is likely to have which benefits? Select all that apply.
Note: Credit will be given only if all correct choices and no incorrect choices are selected.◦ The family may realize the seriousness of the patient's illness and understand the gravity of the situation.
◦ Fewer lawsuits occur when the family members see the care given by the health care team.
◦ The family may provide comfort and support to the patient.
◦ Staff members are reminded of the patient's personhood.
◦ The family can understand the expenses needed with the multitude of equipment used in critical care.
Lacks Family Currently
Taking a Patient's Blood Pressure
A nurse shows empathy to a client.
nurse
Medicinal leeches on a patient’s neck. Today leeches are sometimes used in microsurgery to prevent b
The family described in Example Case 2