Advance directives- teaching
Communicates the client wishes regarding end of life care; are written before a client
becomes ill
Nurses role is to provide info about advance directives
Document client's advance directive status
Ensure advance directives reflects clients current decision
Inform all members of the healthcare team of the client's advanced directives
Culture (client who speaks a different language)
Use an interpreter always; try to get someone around same age and gender as client