How would you respond to a patient who indicated they wanted self-assisted suicide instead of a lengthy, pain-filled death?

"My first actions would be to listen to the patient and their concerns to ensure they are heard. Next, I would describe our treatment plan and explain how it could help them and their family be strong and fight the illness. I would use my expertise to gauge any pain and discomfort that would come their way and do my best to ensure that they were prescribed appropriate medication to ease any pain."

As you answer a question like this, remember that you do not need to have a stance on this subject. That is not what your interviewers are asking. In this hypothetical situation, you want to focus on the fact that you would ensure your patient is heard and then discuss your treatment plan, success rates with it, and the fact that others are relying on the patient to be strong.