In end-of-life care for a patient with advanced cancer, a nurse recognizes the importance of early goals of care discussions. Why?

1. Because discussing goals of care delays needed treatment
2. Because early talks align care with patient values and improve quality of life
3. Because patients rarely hold any preferences about their care
4. Because only the physician should ever speak with the family

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