A nurse is caring for a young patient recovering from a traumatic car accident.The patient has lost a lot of blood and is in need of a blood transfusion.The patient states

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A nurse is caring for a young patient recovering from a traumatic car accident.The patient has lost a lot of blood and is in need of a blood transfusion.The patient states< "I'm a Jehovah's Witness," and will not accept the blood.The nurse knows the patient will likely not survive if they do not receive the blood.What action should the nurse take?

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The nurse should immediately call the physician to report the patient's decision.The nurse should not administer the blood against the patient's wishes or try to talk the family into signing the consent.The nurse should continue all care for the patient except administration of the blood.

A Nurse Is Caring for a Young Patient Recovering from a Traumatic