The patient is attempting to make an informed decision about whether to have a life-extending treatment done. The essential piece of information that is significant in the decision is:
a. whether the quality of life will improve after the procedure is done.
b. the cost of the treatment.
c. the amount of time treatment will take.
d. whether insurance will cover the cost of treatment.
ANS: A
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