The nurse is caring for an unresponsive, near-death patient in the intensive care unit, and it is unclear whether or not this patient is an organ donor. The family states, "I think he put 'organ donor' on his license but we don't want to donate his organs." What is the nurse's priority action at this time?

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DMaintaining the viability of organs is crucial in the potential for organ donation, ensuring that if the patient is an organ donor, the organs remain viable for transplantation. Contacting the primary care provider is also important for guidance on how to proceed, especially in verifying the patient's organ donor status and mediating discussions with the family.

The Nurse Is Caring for an Unresponsive, Near-Death Patient in the Intensive