Certified Clinical Transplant Nurse (CCTN) Practice Exam

The Donor's Bill of Rights was created by the National Kidney Foundation in 1994 to ensure that donor families are informed of their rights and are supported throughout the donation process. This document serves as a guideline that empowers and protects the interests of families who decide to donate organs or tissues of their loved ones. It emphasizes key tenets such as respect, communication, and the acknowledgment of the family's needs and wishes during a difficult time.

While other organizations may also contribute to transplantation policies and support donor families in various capacities, it was specifically the National Kidney Foundation that established this important framework focusing on the rights of donor families. This bill outlines the fundamental principles that protect the dignity and respect owed to those making the profound decision to donate, ensuring that their experience is as positive as possible amidst their loss.