The family members of a critically ill patient bring a copy of the patient's living will to the hospital,which identifies the patient's wishes regarding health care.You discuss contents of the living will with the patient's physician.This is an example of implementation of which of the AACN Standards of Professional Performance?
A) Acquires and maintains current knowledge of practice
B) Acts ethically on the behalf of the patient and family
C) Considers factors related to safe patient care
D) Uses clinical inquiry and integrates research findings in practice

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Discussing end-of-life issues is an example of a nurse acting ethically on behalf of the patient and family.The example does not relate to acquiring knowledge,promoting patient safety,or using research in practice.

The Family Members of a Critically Ill Patient Bring a Copy