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NCLEX RN Practice Question

A 78-year-old client with a terminal diagnosis is admitted to the hospital. The client has a living will specifying no resuscitation or life-extending measures, but the client's adult child insists on 'doing everything possible' in an emergency. What action should the nurse take to best honor the client's wishes?

  • Defer the decision to the healthcare provider to resolve the disagreement between the client’s living will and family member’s request.

  • Follow the family member’s wishes to avoid conflict and then consult with the healthcare provider.

  • Avoid engaging in a discussion about the living will and wait until an emergency arises to address the issue.

  • Ensure the living will is documented and accessible in the client's medical record, and discuss the legal implications with the family.

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