Patient's Dying Tissue: True Or False?

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So that patients and families know what to expect, the patient's dying trajectory should be openly discussed in detail. True or false? Why?
In my opinion discussing a patients disease trajectory openly when the patient is ready is important. It helps the patient understand their disease prognosis (Matzo & Sherman, 2015). Although, each patient is unique in their disease progression, it is important for them to know general trajectories to help them in preparing themselves and their family for death. “If patients and their carers gain a better understanding by considering illness trajectories this may help them feel in greater control of their situation and empower them to cope with its demands” (Murray, Kendall, Boyd & Sheikh, 2015, pp. 1007).