He had to hold his nose and choose to follow the "law".
Go back and do some research on the basic legal premise of Michael Schiavo's case -- that under Florida law a feeding tube is considered an "extraordinary form of medical treatment" that does not have to be maintained for all patients. Most people are shocked to learn that Jeb Bush himself is the one who signed this statute into law.
Statement of Pontius Pilate, AD 30--
“After an extraordinarily difficult and tragic journey, Jesus of Nazareth is at rest. Columba and I offer our condolences to his mother, and to all those who offered their prayers and support to his family over these past weeks, months and years.
“Many across our state and around the world are deeply grieved by the way Jesus died. I feel that grief very sharply as well. I remain convinced, however, that Jesus' death is a window through which we can see the many issues left unresolved in our families and in our society. For that, we can be thankful for all that the life of Jesus of Nazareth has taught us.
“I still firmly believe that human life is a gift and a mystery, and that its mystery is most evident at its beginning and ending. May all of us whose hearts were moved during the life of Jesus of Nazareth grow in wisdom at its ending.”