A male client is admitted with difficulty breathing related to a recent diagnosis of metastatic lung cancer. He tells the nurse that he does not want to be hooked up to any machines. His vital signs are heart rate 120 beats/minute, blood pressure 98/50 mm Hg, respirations 30 breaths/minute, and oxygen saturation 88%. Which action should the nurse take?

D Ask the palliative care team to speak with the client. A Obtain the client's legal records for power of attorney. B Give analgesic medications as needed (PRN). C Discontinue the intravenous infusion.