A patient with a terminal illness near the end of life refuses to eat or drink anything. Which action by the patient’s caregiver would lead the nurse to intervene out of respect for the patient’s wishes? Select all that apply. One, some, or all responses may be correct. Requests a prescription to give IV fluids Allows the patient to refuse eating or drinking Offers small sips of water at frequent intervals Applies moistened swab sticks to patient’s lips Coaxes the patient to drink juices
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