Ati physical assessment proctored exam
A nurse is providing information to a client about durable power of attorney. The nurse should include that durable power of attorney is enforceable under which of the following conditions?
Explanation & Rationale
A. The client is terminally ill: DPOA is not automatically activated by terminal illness but by the client’s inability to communicate.B. The client is incapable of providing self-care: This alone does not activate the DPOA unless they are also unable to make healthcare decisions.C. The client is unable to express their wishes: Durable power of attorney for healthcare decisions is activated when the client becomes unable to make or communicate their healthcare choices.D. The client has refused treatment: Refusal of treatment is a decision that an alert and capable client can make independently.
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