Problem: You are caring for a 19-year-old man who has end-stage sarcoma. He has not eaten for the past 3 days. During a family meeting, his parents state that they are concerned about him "starving to death" and say he is just too depressed. They ask to have a feeding tube placed. All of the following interventions are appropriate actions for you to take EXCEPT: Explain the process of advanced cancer and the benefits vs. burdens of dehydration in end-stage disease. Refer the parents to counseling to talk about their son's wishes. Make sure the patient has decision-making autonomy. Contact the clinical team to have a feeding tube placed.