The spouse of a comatose client refuses to allow transfusions of whole blood because they are Jehovah’s Witnesses. The client does not have a durable power of attorney for health care (DPAHC). Which action by the nurse is correct? geoquad A Institute the prescribed blood transfusion because the client’s survival depends on volume replacement. geoquad B Clarify the reason why the transfusion is necessary and explain the implications if there is no transfusion. geoquad C Phone the primary health care provider for an administrative prescription to give the transfusion under these circumstances. geoquad D Give the spouse a treatment refusal form to sign and notify the primary health care provider so legal action can be considered.
The spouse of a comatose client refuses to allow transfusions of whole blood because…
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