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NCLEX RN Practice Question

A nurse is caring for a terminally ill client who requests to stop treatments, including nutrition and hydration. The client’s family insists that treatments continue, stating that the client is unable to make rational decisions due to their illness. What is the BEST action for the nurse to take?

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    Seek a legal ruling to mediate the conflict between the family and the client.

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    Continue providing treatments until the family consents to stopping them.

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    Evaluate the client’s decision based on the family’s concerns and continue treatment as directed by the physician.

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    Respect the client's decision and discuss it with the healthcare team to ensure it aligns with their wishes.

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