The terminally-ill patient with chronic obstructive pulmonary disease (COPD) is in a hospice. He says to the nurse, “I know I will die soon. I would feel at peace knowing my organs and tissues will be able to help other people after I’m gone. Which response by the nurse is most appropriate?
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