10-16-2006, 09:44 AM
A 52 yr olds man with cerebral palsy is being evaluated for screening colonoscopy. He has a mental age of an 8 yr old & a second grade reading level in terms of comprehension. He lives alone & survives on combination of Public assistance & part time jobs sweeping floors.
U have thoroughly explained the procedure to him in terms of risks & benefits. He repeatedly refuses the procedure entirely on the basis of œ I just don™t want it œ
What should u do?
a.perform the procedure
b.seek consent from the family
c.honor his decision & do not perform the colonoscopy
d.seek a court order mandating the procedure
U have thoroughly explained the procedure to him in terms of risks & benefits. He repeatedly refuses the procedure entirely on the basis of œ I just don™t want it œ
What should u do?
a.perform the procedure
b.seek consent from the family
c.honor his decision & do not perform the colonoscopy
d.seek a court order mandating the procedure