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the nurse is caring for a confused older adult client who requires surgery for a broken hip. what steps does the nurse take to determine if the client has a durable power of attorney for health care and
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the nurse is caring for a confused older adult client who requires surgery for a broken hip. what steps does the nurse take to determine if the client has a durable power of attorney for health care and how to contact that person?

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Review the medical chart for a copy of a durable power of attorney for health care or permission for disclosure contact.

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