Which of the following is an aspect of medical futility?
A) A balance between knowledge and caring
B) Patient care directed at symptom management
C) Treatment that will not achieve its therapeutic goal
D) Care that identifies which life-sustaining treatment a patient desires

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Medical futility refers to treatment that is unlikely to achieve its intended therapeutic goal. It may be considered inappropriate to continue such treatments as they can lead to unnecessary suffering and resource utilization. A, B, and D are not aspects of medical futility, though they may be important considerations in providing quality patient care.

Which of the Following Is an Aspect of Medical Futility