A critically ill patient has no advance directive and no identifiable next of kin. Who typically holds legal authority to consent for organ donation in this situation?
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A
The attending physician, as the responsible clinician
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B
A court-appointed guardian or, in some states, the hospital administrator as authorized by statute
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C
The OPO coordinator, as the donation specialist
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D
No donation can occur without next-of-kin consent in all US states