The care of a dying child presents many ethical issues. Which of the following is a societal belief that might affect decision making?
A. Parents expect to die before their child
B. Children do not experience pain in the same way as adults
C. Children can make their own health care decisions
D. All life is worth living
Answer: A. In our culture, the expectation is that children will outlive their parents. This may result in making decisions that attempt to prevent the child from dying at all costs.
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