The nurse is working for a hospital that holds an agreement with a local organ procurement organization (OPO). The patient has a Glasgow Coma Scale (GCS) score of 3 and discussions have been held with the family about withdrawing life support. Which statement by the nurse best describes requirements that must be met to sustain Centers for Medicare and Medicaid Services (CMS) Conditions of Participation?

a.

"I need to notify TransLife (OPO) of my patient's impending death."

b.

"I will contact the physician to obtain informed consent for organ donation."

c.

"The charge nurse will notify TransLife (OPO) once the patient has been pronounced brain dead."

d.

"I need the physician to evaluate my patient's suitability for organ donation."