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The family of an alert and oriented patient requests to see their living will, stating they disagree with some of the patient's documented wishes. What is the nurse's most appropriate action?

A Provide the family with a copy of the patient's living will.
B Inform the family that the living will is a private document and cannot be shared without the patient's consent.
C Contact the healthcare provider to mediate a discussion with the family.
D Advise the family that the patient can change their living will at any time.

✓ Correct Answer: Option B

A living will is a confidential patient document. Sharing it requires the patient's explicit consent, especially if they are alert and oriented. The nurse must protect patient privacy and advocate for their autonomy.

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