Difficulty: Medium
Average Score: 88%
Simulated
The nurse is caring for a client who reports having a durable power of attorney. The nurse understands that this type of advance directive is
Correct answer
C
Rationale
A durable power of attorney for healthcare (C) is a legal document designating a proxy to make medical decisions when the client is incapacitated. Option (A) describes the role, not the document. Option (B) describes a living will, and (D) refers to HIPAA authorization, not an advance directive.