Asked by Christanne Blackmon on May 18, 2024
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A nurse finds a psychiatric advance directive in the medical record of a patient currently experiencing psychosis. The directive was executed during a period when the patient was stable and competent. The nurse should
A) review the directive with the patient to ensure it is current.
B) ensure that the directive is respected in treatment planning.
C) consider the directive only if there is a cardiac or respiratory arrest.
D) encourage the patient to revise the directive in light of the current health problem.
Psychiatric Advance Directive
A legal document that outlines a person's preferences for future mental health treatment, should they become unable to make decisions for themselves.
Psychosis
A mental disorder involving a disconnection from reality, which can include symptoms such as delusions, hallucinations, and disorganized thinking.
- Understand the significance of adhering to patients' advance directives.
Verified Answer
JJ
Jiatong JiangMay 20, 2024
Final Answer :
B
Explanation :
The nurse has an obligation to honor the right to self-determination. An advanced psychiatric directive supports that goal. Since the patient is currently psychotic, the terms of the directive now apply.
Learning Objectives
- Understand the significance of adhering to patients' advance directives.