Which of the Following Examples Would Refer to the Double

question 18

Multiple Choice

Which of the following examples would refer to the double effect principle?

• A) giving a high dose of pain medications to assist the patient in the dying process
• B) to have the patient both sign the consent and also to express verbally their understanding
• C) an allergic reaction to an antibiotic that was prescribed to treat an infection

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