The family of a terminally ill patient who has voluntarily stopped eating and drinking asks the nurse how long the patient will survive without food of fluids. Which of the following responses should the nurse give to the family?
A) The patient could live another 1 to 3 weeks although it could be longer
B) The patient will live about 4 more days
C) The patient will live for at least 2 months
D) The patient could live up to 5 months or longer
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