Question

according to the ama, what ethical obligations do physicians have when working with patients who wish to end their lives? select all that apply. respond aggressively to the needs of patients at the end of life. be present to clinically declare death and render time of death. be actively involved in the physician - assisted suicide process. never abandon the patient once it has been determined that a cure is impossible. provide continued emotional support, comfort care, adequate pain control, respect for autonomy, and good communication. seek multidisciplinary interventions such as specialty consultation, hospice care, pastoral support, family counseling, and other modalities.

Explanation:

The American Medical Association (AMA) opposes physician - assisted suicide. Physicians have obligations to care for patients at the end - of - life without actively participating in suicide. They should respond to patient needs, not abandon them, provide emotional and comfort care, and seek multidisciplinary support. Declaring death is a standard medical task.

Answer:

• Respond aggressively to the needs of patients at the end of life.
• Be present to clinically declare death and render time of death.
• Never abandon the patient once it has been determined that a cure is impossible.
• Provide continued emotional support, comfort care, adequate pain control, respect for autonomy, and good communication.
• Seek multidisciplinary interventions such as specialty consultation, hospice care, pastoral support, family counseling, and other modalities.