Question # 21

A nurse practitioner is managing a team of healthcare providers caring for a patient in the ICU. There is disagreement among the team about whether to continue aggressive treatment or switch to palliative care. What is the most appropriate course of action?

Options:

A.

Make the decision unilaterally and implement it immediately

B.

Facilitate a team meeting to discuss the options and reach a consensus

C.

Follow the family’s wishes, even if they conflict with the patient’s preferences

D.

Refer the patient to another healthcare provider for a second opinion

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