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An Intensive Care Nurse Is Discussing Withdrawal of Care with a Client's

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An intensive care nurse is discussing withdrawal of care with a client's family.The family expresses concerns related to discontinuation of therapy.What is the nurse's best response?


A) "I understand your concerns, but in this state, discontinuation of care is not a form of active euthanasia."
B) "You will need to talk to the provider because I am not legally allowed to participate in the withdrawal of life support."
C) "I realize this is a difficult decision. Discontinuation of therapy will allow the client to die a natural death."
D) "There is no need to worry. Most religious organizations support the client's decision to stop medical treatment."

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