What is the best next step in the management of this patient

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A 62-year-old woman with a past medical history of advanced breast cancer follows up at the clinic with her son. Recently, the patient has been unable to perform her activities independently. She also has been taking increased amounts of morphine for pain relief. The patient mentions that she is feeling miserable and requests medication that could accelerate her death. What is the best next step in the management of this patient?

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