which ethical principle primarily supports the healthcare team’s consideration to persuade the patient to undergo treatment?

A 45-year-old patient with end-stage renal disease refuses dialysis despite being informed that it is the only treatment that can prolong his life. The Healthcare team is divided on whether to respect the patient ’s autonomy or to persuade him to undergo treatment for the sake of his well-being and family.

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