- Force the patient to eat.
- Support the family's desire to feed the patient.
- Facilitate communication between the patient, family, and medical team, advocating for the patient's autonomy while supporting the family's grief.
- Document the patient's refusal and leave.
A nurse is caring for a patient who is terminally ill and wishes to discontinue all oral intake. The family is distressed and insists on continuing to feed the patient, believing it is their duty. The nurse’s ethical role is to:
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