End-of-Life Care for Mac: Legal, Ethical, Holistic Strategies, NUR341

This report focuses on end-of-life care for a patient named Mac, addressing legal and ethical considerations, and the creation of a holistic care plan in collaboration with his wife, Dorothy. It delves into the ethical principles of autonomy, beneficence, nonmaleficence, justice, and fidelity in the context of end-of-life decisions. The report emphasizes the importance of providing holistic care, encompassing physical, psychological, social, cultural, and spiritual needs of both the patient and the family. It also highlights self-care strategies for Dorothy, Mac's wife, to cope with the challenges of caring for a terminally ill loved one, including the importance of breaks, understanding the disease, and seeking support. The report underscores the need for a multidisciplinary approach and the significance of respecting the patient's wishes while providing comprehensive support to the family during this difficult time.