ATI RN
ATI RN Leadership 2023 Exam 2 Questions
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Client has a tumor, refuses surgery, partner wants surgery.
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A nurse is caring for a client who has a tumor. The provider recommends surgery. The client refuses, but the client's partner wants the surgery performed. Which of the following is the deciding factor in determining if the surgery will be done?
Correct Answer: C
Rationale: The correct answer is C: Whether the partner is the client's durable power of attorney for health care. A durable power of attorney for health care is a legal document that appoints someone to make medical decisions on behalf of the client if they are unable to do so. In this scenario, if the partner is the designated durable power of attorney, then they have the legal authority to make decisions regarding the client's medical care, including whether to proceed with surgery despite the client's refusal. This legal designation supersedes the client's own wishes.
Choices A, B, and D are not the deciding factors in this case as the facility ethics committee consensus, client's religious beliefs, and client's understanding of risks do not hold legal authority to override the client's refusal.
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