2. A fragile man in his 80s has many sensory and motor deficits from a cerebrovascular accident....

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2. A fragile man in his 80s has many sensory and motor deficits from a cerebrovascular accident. When his heart stops, he is resuscitated, and he awakens to find himself hooked up to tubes and machines. He begs to be allowed to die but is repeatedly resuscitated. What ethical principle is being violated in this situation? As his nurse, what steps would you take to be his advocate?

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Leadership And Management In Nursing

ISBN: 9780135138670

4th Edition

Authors: Mary Ellen Grohar-Murray, Helen R. DiCroce, Joanne C. Langan

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