The patient has decided that he would like to create an advance directive.The nurse is asked if she would be a witness.What is the best response for the nurse to make to this request?
A)Agree to be a witness.
B)Refuse to be a witness.
C)Contact social work.
D)Contact the physician.

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A social worker often fulfills this requirement.Witnesses for an advance directive document should not be medical personnel,and direct refusal does not meet the nurse's obligation to meet the patient's needs.Referral to a department that can ensure this service is required.

The Patient Has Decided That He Would Like to Create