Difficulty: Medium
Average Score: 77%
Simulated
A nurse is reinforcing teaching with a newly licensed nurse about the Patient Self-Determination Act (PSDA). Which of the following statements by the newly licensed nurse indicates an understanding of the teaching?
Correct answer
D
Rationale
The PSDA allows verbal designation of a durable power of attorney, reflecting patient autonomy rights, unlike age limits, witness mandates, or mental health exclusions.