PN Comprehensive Predictor 2021 Remediation.

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Professional Responsibilities: evaluating client understanding of advance directives and health care proxy - A durable power of attorney for health care/health care proxy is a legal document that... designates a health care surrogate, who is an individual authorized to make health care decisions for a client who is unable to. - The person who serves the role of the health care surrogate will make decisions for the client and should be very familiar with the client’s wishes. - Living wills can be difficult to interpret, especially in the face of unexpected circumstances. A durable power of attorney for health care, as an adjunct to a living will, can be a more effective way of ensuring that the client’s decisions about health care are honored. Legal responsibilities: client advocacy - Understanding the laws governing nursing practice helps nurses protect clients’ rights and reduce the risk of nursing liability. - Nurses are accountable for protecting the rights of clients. Examples include informed consent, refusal of treatment, advance directives, confidentiality, and information security. - Nurses must ensure that clients understand their rights, and must [Show More]

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