A patient tells the nurse that if he does not wake up after surgery, his friend should be contacted because the friend knows what should be done concerning his health care needs. After referring to the patient's medical record, the nurse realizes that the friend has which relationship with the patient?

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The friend is likely designated as the patient's health care power of attorney, as they have been given the responsibility to make medical decisions on the patient's behalf if the patient is unable to do so themselves.

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