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Ann and Michael have been married for 55 years. Ann is 80 years-old, and suffers from lung cancer and advanced Alzheimer's disease. She currently resides in a nursing home, and often does not recognize Michael when he visits. Last night she was admitted to the hospital with difficulty breathing. Today, you are the nurse caring for Ann, and her physician is suggesting surgery to remove part of her lung to potentially slow the progression of her cancer. Michael is feeling unsure about this course of treatment, and asks for your advice and guidance.
How would you respond to Michael and serve as advocate for your patient?
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Running head: RESPONSE TO MICHAEL
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Response to Michael
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As the nurse caring for Anne, it is vital that education and information are provided to
Michael to advocate for the patient. First, it is important for Michael to understand that the
memory loss Anne suffers is a characteristic sign of the cognitive impairment associated with
Alzheimer's diseas...
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