A client with a diagnosis of colorectal cancer has been presented with her treatment options, but wishes to defer any decisions to her uncle, who acts in the role of a family patriarch within the client's culture
By which of the following is the client's right to self-determination best protected?
A) Respecting the client's desire to have the uncle make choices on her behalf
B) Revisiting the decision when the uncle is not present at the bedside
C) Teaching the client about her right to autonomy
D) Holding a family meeting and encouraging the client to speak on her own behalf
Ans: A
The right to self-determination (autonomy) means that it should never be forced on anyone. The client has the autonomous right to defer her decision-making to another individual if she freely chooses to do so.
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