Which of the Following Is NOT One of the Guidelines

question 173

Multiple Choice

Which of the following is NOT one of the guidelines provided by the American Medical Association's position on end-of-life care?

• A) Physicians have the right to withhold information about any discomfort associated with death from the patient, based on their judgment of the patient's mental state.
• B) Patients should be assured that their wishes will be followed regarding the end of life arrangements.
• C) Patients will be treated with dignity and respect throughout all stages of their illness.
• D) Provisions should be made so pain is reduced and comfort is increased, to the degree possible.

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