A client with severe acute respiratory syndrome (SARS) privately informs the nurse that he doesn't want to be placed on a ventilator if his condition worsens. The client's wife and children have repeatedly expressed their desire that everything be done for the client. The most appropriate action by the nurse would be to:
a) inform the family of the client's wishes.
b) assure the family that everything possible will be done.
c) support the client's decision.
d) assure the client that everything possible will be done.
Answer: c) support the client's decision.
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