Palliative care provides an opportunity for clients to die with dignity. Which of the following options ensures that clients get to choose how they receive massage therapy at the end of life?
a. Seek permission to massage and negotiate a stop signal.
b. Anticipate the need for crisis management if the client becomes suddenly ill.
c. Share concerns about the client's condition with the healthcare team.
d. Verify with caregivers whether the client can respond.
Answer: a
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