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Nurse Samantha gave active treatment like antibiotics and chemotherapy to a terminally ill patient. What is the main ethical disadvantage of this treatment?

Uses expensive drugs
Prolongs the dying process
Increases cost of treatment
None of the above

Explanation

Answer: B- Her act prolongs the dying process. Healthcare providers and families of the terminally ill patient should follow ethical guidelines for such patients. The nurse has the responsibility to provide support and information to help parents/families discuss the patient’s position and wishes. Prolonging the dying process is the main disadvantage of this nurse’s active treatment.

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