If a patient declines a lifesaving treatment, what steps should the caregiver take?

• A. Assess capacity, provide information, involve surrogates if capacity is lacking, respect the patient’s decision if capacity exists, document the decision, and continue to provide other appropriate care.
• B. Force treatment regardless of patient wishes.
• C. Immediately discharge the patient.
• D. Withhold all non-emergency care.

Answer: (A)