The Parents of a Dying Child Are Having Difficulty Deciding

question 13

Multiple Choice

The parents of a dying child are having difficulty deciding when to discontinue life support. Which of the following can be done to assist these parents?

• A) Help the parents identify what would be in their child's best interest
• B) Ask the parents what they want
• C) Suggest that the decision be made soon so that they can resume their normal lives as soon as possible
• D) Encourage them to allow the dying process to occur naturally

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