Differentiate between a living will and a durable power of attorney and provide a rationale for selecting one of the methods

Both living will and durable power of attorney are forms of advance directives. The living will is a somewhat limited document in that it contains all the information used in the decision. However, with a durable power of attorney the individual who is named can adjust to a variety of situations in regard to the decision, depending on the changing circumstances.

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A severely contaminated wound should be allowed to close by:

A. staples but not stitches. B. primary wound closure. C. secondary wound closure. D. stitches but not staples.

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Massage therapy for a client with mononucleosis:

a. May help shorten the duration of symptoms b. Is contraindicated until the client is completely recovered and has clearance from a health care provider c. Is indicated if the client has fever d. Has no special considerations for massage

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