A patient with a treatable form of breast cancer has decided not to pursue radiation or chemotherapy; however,the nurse coerces the patient into accepting the treatment by reminding her about her responsibilities with her children.What type of behavior has the nurse displayed?

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The nurse has displayed paternalistic behavior by coercing the patient into accepting treatment based on the nurse's belief that it is in the patient's best interest, instead of respecting the patient's autonomy and allowing her to make her own decision. The nurse's reminder about the patient's responsibilities with her children is an emotional appeal that undermines the patient's autonomy.

A Patient with a Treatable Form of Breast Cancer Has