I explain the situation to the patient and what works best. Give time to decide, ask about patient’s decision. I respect whatever the patient’s decision would be and I’ll follow according to their wish. Definitely patient’s comfort, emotional peace, and dignity would be prioritized.
agree
It depends on the patient situation and decision of the both patient and family members.
Palliative care and End stage life care are the up and coming branches that deal with such situations in the most rational, ethical, empathetic manner and us when we come across patients, it is our duty to carefully hand them this option, explain its relevance to the caretaker and the family as well. Rest it is the choice of the patient for to what he/she wishes.
The focus should be on providing the patient with comfort and peace, because a meaningful quality of life is more important than just prolonging life.
This is a tough but important question. In late-stage cancer, I feel comfort and dignity should come first. Aggressive treatments may add a few weeks, but they often bring pain and stress. Palliative care helps the patient feel peaceful and supported in their final days. As a future healthcare professional, I would choose emotional peace over medical pressure—for my patient and myself. Life is not just about length, but also about quality and meaning.
I think its totally a patient will to do what they want.
This is a deeply sensitive question that reflects the balance between medical intervention and human dignity. While aggressive treatment may sometimes extend life, it can also compromise comfort and quality of living in terminal stages. Prioritizing peace through palliative care ensures dignity, pain relief, and emotional support. Ultimately, the choice should be patient-centered, respecting their values, wishes, and quality of life.
I would let the patient decide it. I would follow whatever choice they Make.
This phase of life is the toughest for both the one suffering from cancer and the their near dear ones.
If we see from the perspective of the one suffering from cancer he wishes to end his battle because of all the physical and mental fatigue while from his close one’s perspective they want him to fight and survive and thrive no matter what
When I was working as an ICU resident,
I’ve seen a patient whose life was prolonged but was tied with tubes to survive
The family- devastated , had to be there 24/7 by the patients side
And after the patient got worse once and was revived
The family signed a DNR
The conclusion-
Life’s prolonged but for what?
If u get to live freely that’s fine but if it comes with tubes throughout, I don’t wish that for me
And that not just about tubes but what about the families?
Taking care takes a toll on them too
It mostly depends on the family’s and patient’s decision, and if they have a chance of saving lives even in the last stage, they can go for treatment to enhance patient comfort and achieve their dreams and goals.
Personally, I’d lean toward comfort when cure isn’t possible. A few extra weeks don’t mean much if they spend it in pain, but peace and presence with loved ones can mean everything.