Stark is a resident in a long term care facility. He has signed a facility form which states he does not wish to be resuscitated in the event he should have a heart attack or just stop breathing. You arrive in his room to deliver his medications and find him lying on his bed, unresponsive with no apparent pulse or breaths. What should you do?
A)Immediately call a code and have someone bring the crash cart.
B)Give two rescue breaths and then start CPR.
C)Call for a coworker and have them call the resident's doctor to inform him that the client has died.
D)Quietly leave the room and hope someone else finds him.

Question

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The resident signed a legal form stating he did not wish to be resuscitated. In this case, even though itmay be difficult for you to accept, you must respect the resident's wishes. Have someone call thedoctor immediately and inform him/her of the death. Be sure to note the time you found the resident. If you have other medications to deliver to other residents, you must carry on with this task.

Stark Is a Resident in a Long Term Care Facility