A nurse is caring for a patient who has just been informed of a diagnosis of terminal cancer. The patient expresses feelings of despair and fears that their rights as a patient may not be respected in terms of end-of-life care. As a part of maintaining the patient's rights, the nurse must ensure that the patient is aware of their right to make decisions regarding their treatment and to receive care that aligns with their wishes.

In this context, it is crucial for the nurse to communicate that every patient has the right to __________, to choose the treatment options or decline treatment based on their personal beliefs and values.