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A psych patient, I think, can refuse getting a treatment like any other patient, unless he endangers himself.
only if the patient is black or mexican
The nursing home has to have a valid reason to refuse a patient. Refusing a patient because they have Downs Syndrome would not be valid.
A health department can refuse a person service. They can refuse for different reasons.
You can refuse any treatment you like, its your body.
You should refuse to answer - and end the call. Patient confidentiality is paramount - regardless of who the patient is !
Thank the Dr. for providing the patient care and leave the room. Done.
No. He can refuse further treatment but killing the patient is not legal or recommended.
They cannot refuse "after-the-fact."
As long as a patient is in need of help fast, it doesn't matter who works there.
When a patient acts against a physicians orders, the physician is able to refuse the patient further care. The patient gives his or her opinion and if you don't follow directions they may wish to terminate your patient status.
no they cant