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Patient preferences for a quick, painless end of life are often ignored, leading to aggressive care.
A geriatrician's elderly mother desired no interventions, yet faced aggressive treatment in contradiction to her wishes.
Evaluation of end of life decisions reveals systemic issues in honoring clear patient preferences and autonomy in healthcare settings. Ensuring patient wishes are respected is crucial for ethical healthcare, requiring systemic changes to avoid conflicts.

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Analysis highlights the struggle to honor patient preferences in aggressive care scenarios among the elderly, suggesting need for change.

Louise Aronson (2024) studied this question.

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