How would balance prima facie duty respect patient autonomy

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How would you balance the prima facie duty to respect patient autonomy with the duty to provide appropriate care for a patient who refuses a life-saving treatment, such as a blood transfusion, due to religious beliefs? What factors would you consider in making this decision, and how would you communicate with the patient to ensure their understanding of the risks and benefits of their decision?

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