A Client on Hospice Home Care Is Taking Sips of Water

A client on hospice home care is taking sips of water but refusing food.  Family members appear distressed and insist that the personal care worker "force feed" the client.  What is the priority nursing action?

A) Explain to the family that this is a normal physiological response to dying
B) Explore the family's thoughts and concerns about the client's refusal of food
C) Recommend a feeding tube
D) Tell the family that "force feeding" the client could cause the client to choke on the food

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