When Attempting to Treat a Patient, the Patient Has the Right

question 20

Multiple Choice

When attempting to treat a patient, the patient has the right to refuse treatment.Which statement would be an example of such a refusal?

• A) The patient completed therapy and then stated she did not want to do any exercises today.
• B) The patient took her pain medication 5 minutes before treatment and wants you to wait.
• C) The patient refused treatment today, stating she was too tired.
• D) The patient wants you to come back in 30 minutes, after her bath, to treat her.

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Definitions:

Peri-

A prefix meaning around or surrounding, often used in medical terms.

Prefix

A word, letter, or number placed before another to alter its meaning or to form a new word, such as 'un-' in 'unlikely' or 'bio-' in 'biographical'.

Bilateral

Involving two sides, or affecting both sides of the body.

Two Sides

Typically refers to situations, arguments, or objects that have or can be viewed from two distinct perspectives or aspects.