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What if a patient has gonorrhea can they refuse medical treatment?
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∙ 16y ago
Any patient, being of sound mind, and not under court order can refuse any medical treatment.
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How can Dr's refuse medical treatment for serious heart issues?
Any competent patient, including a cardiologist, can choose not to get treatment for any condition.
Can a psych patient refuse treatment?
A psych patient, I think, can refuse getting a treatment like any other patient, unless he endangers himself.
Which event is recognized that the right to refuse medical treatment is guaranteed to individuals by the US Constitution?
Passage of the Patient Self-Determination Act.
What are patient rights?
Patient rights encompass legal and ethical issues in the provider-patient relationship, including a person's right to privacy.quality medical care without prejudice.to make informed decisions about care and treatment options.and to refuse treatment
Can a medical facility refuse treatment or doctor visits based on a disputed co-pay charge?
A health care provider can refuse to provide treatment as long as the provider refers to the patient to other providers for continuation of care.
What can a nurse do if the patient refuse treatment and the doctor give treatment to the patient?
Thank the Dr. for providing the patient care and leave the room. Done.
What is the name of the document a patient can sign that states the hospital will not be to blame if the patient chooses to refuse treatment and leave?
If a patient chooses not to receive the treatment doctors recommend, and the patient is in the ER or in-patient, the patient will be asked to sign a "Left against medical advice" type form. It releases the doctor and facility from any liability if the patient leaves, then gets sicker or dies after refusing treatment.
Can a cancer patient agree to surgery and radiation but refuse chemo?
You can refuse any treatment you like, its your body.
Can a county health department dismiss a patient or refuse them treatment?
A health department can refuse a person service. They can refuse for different reasons.
Can a federal prison refuse basic medical treatment of an inmate?
No.
What are some considered violations of medical ethics that a physician might do?
A physician must act in the best interest of their patient. They must also provide their patient with information, as they have a right to refuse or pick their treatment. Violating either of these principles is considered a violation of medical ethics.
Can a orthodontist terminate a patient because of non payment?
No. He can refuse further treatment but killing the patient is not legal or recommended.
