A Patient Who Is near Death Is Exhibiting Signs of Agitation

A patient who is near death is exhibiting signs of agitation, anxiety, and intractable pain. When discussing palliative sedation with this patient's family, what will be discussed? (Select all that apply.)

A) The chance that refractory symptoms will be alleviated
B) The fact that this is an intervention of last resort
C) The likelihood that the patient will develop dependence on the drugs
D) The need for informed consent from the patient and family
E) The possibility that this measure may hasten death