Difficulty: Medium
Average Score: 69%
Full-length
Passage / Scenario
The nurse is caring for a 69-year-old client.Progress Notes Emergency Department
1100: The client is unconscious following a suicide attempt. The paramedics immediately initiate CPR.
1115: The nurse reviews the client's chart and is unable to find documentation of a durable power of attorney for health care.
For each rationale, click to specify if the rationale is applicable or not applicable regarding the need to continue cardiopulmonary resuscitation.
Correct answer
A,D
Rationale
Unconsciousness and no living will support continuing CPR unless a DNR exists. Age and toxicology are irrelevant.