Multiple Choice
The nurse finds it difficult to care for a patient whose advance directive states that no extraordinary resuscitation measures should be taken.Which step may help the nurse to find resolution in this assignment?
A) Calling for an ethical committee consult.
B) Declining the assignment on religious grounds.
C) Clarifying the nurse's own personal values.
D) Persuading the family to challenge the directive.
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