Samuel merrit University, hesi med surg
Samuel merrit University, hesi med surg ( 45 Questions)
An older woman with end-stage heart disease is hospitalized for severe heart failure. She is alert and requests that no heroic measures be implemented if her breathing stops.
What actions should the nurse take first?
Choice A is incorrect because obtaining a do not resuscitate prescription should be done after discussing the client’s wishes and preferences.
Choice B is incorrect because setting up a family conference to discuss the client’s wishes should be done after discussing the client’s wishes and preferences with her.
The nurse should first discuss with the client her meaning of heroic measures.
This will help the nurse to understand the client’s wishes and preferences for her care.
Choice D is incorrect because consulting the palliative care team about the client’s care should be done after discussing the client’s wishes and preferences with her.
The nurse should first discuss with the client her meaning of heroic measures.
This will help the nurse to understand the client’s wishes and preferences for her care.
Choice A is incorrect because obtaining a do not resuscitate prescription should be done after discussing the client’s wishes and preferences.
Choice B is incorrect because setting up a family conference to discuss the client’s wishes should be done after discussing the client’s wishes and preferences with her.
Choice D is incorrect because consulting the palliative care team about the client’s care should be done after discussing the client’s wishes and preferences with her.