A hospice nurse has been working closely with a client who,on several occasions,has asked about guidance and support in ending her life.What information should the nurse use when making an ethical and moral decision about this client's request?

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The nurse should consider both legal and ethical/moral issues when making a decision about the client's request. While assisted suicide may be illegal in the state, the nurse should also consider the ethical implications of actively ending a client's life. Passive euthanasia, also known as allowing natural death, may be a more appropriate option for the client. The Code for Nurses does not support active euthanasia, but does emphasize the importance of respecting a client's autonomy and advocating for their wishes, within the boundaries of the law.

A Hospice Nurse Has Been Working Closely with a Client