Chapter 20, Problem 2AE

Mrs. Tillson underwent _________________ to remove excess fluid from her abdomen.

Because of the pain medication, Gladys Gwynn may not be able to speak for herself. Since she has no relatives to help, is it appropriate for Dr. Johnstone to make the decision about surgery for her? Given these circumstances, is it possible that when Gladys moved into Sunny Meadows they had her sign a Health Care Power of Attorney to someone at the facility?

Ginas physician ordered laboratory tests that would enable him to establish a differential ________________________________to identify the cause of her signs and symptoms.