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If the doctor has diagnosed you with an incurable illness, and you are estimated to have less than 6Â months to live, which of the following would you choose? | ||
 I will accept all life-prolonging treatments, even though discomfort or suffering may occur during the treatment process | 137 | 18.6 |
 I will accept treatments that can ease pain and suffering, or alleviate discomfort caused by symptoms, even though my life may not be extended | 457 | 62.0 |
 I don’t know/I don’t have a decision | 135 | 18.3 |
 I don’t want to answer | 8 | 1.1 |