The Nurse Is Reviewing the Patient Determination Act of 1990

The nurse is reviewing the Patient Determination Act of 1990. What principles should the nurse understand as being the basis for this act?

A) State law is not changed relative to the enforcement of this act.
B) Economic costs should not play a role in healthcare decisions.
C) Educated patients will be better able to participate in the process leading to improved decision-making outcomes.
D) Providing written material to patients is sufficient to encourage self-determination.
E) Creation of new rights available to patients.