A hospice nurse is caring for a patient with terminal cancer. The family would like the patient to continue aggressive therapy to treat the cancer, but the patient has voiced to the nurse that,
after much thought, he does not want to pursue any further treatment. The nurse speaks to the family about the patient's wishes, condition, and terminal state. This action is most likely derived from which nursing obligation?
A) Legal responsibilities
B) Nursing education principles
C) Advanced practice licensure guidelines
D) Moral values
Ans: D
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