Which Circumstance Could Prevent the Patient from Signing His Informed

question 42

Multiple Choice

Which circumstance could prevent the patient from signing his informed consent for a cholecystectomy?

• A) The patient complains of pain radiating to the scapula.
• B) The patient received an injection of Demerol,75 mg IM,1 hour ago.
• C) The patient is 85 years of age.
• D) The patient is concerned over his lack of insurance coverage.

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Definitions:

Rubisco

An enzyme that catalyzes the first step of carbon fixation in the process of photosynthesis.

Calvin Cycle

A biochemical process in plants, algae, and cyanobacteria which converts carbon dioxide and water into organic compounds, especially sugars, using ATP and NADPH produced in photosynthesis.

Glucose

An elementary sugar that is critical for energy production in living things and is included in a wide range of carbohydrates.

Fructose

A simple sugar (monosaccharide) that is naturally found in fruits, honey, and some vegetables, known for being a part of sucrose (table sugar).