Read the Case Scenario and the Craft an Informed Response

question 8

Essay

Read the case scenario and the craft an informed response to it. Case scenario: Dr. G works in a rural clinic that serves a diverse population that often does not have a strong educational history. A minority under-educated patient comes in who is considering not taking any measures to treat her cancer but is concerned about how her family might react. Using your knowledge about ethics and ethical-decision making, how might you respond to this situation?
Responses should be one to two paragraphs in length.
Tips: Ensure that you factor in the patient's education and minority/cultural status. Use any of the ethical decision-making models or frameworks discussed in Chism to support your answer.

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Definitions:

Remorse

A deep feeling of regret or guilt for a wrong committed.

Aggravated Assault

A physical attack that results in severe bodily injury, often involving the use of a weapon or other means to increase harm.

Hate Killer

An individual who commits murder motivated by hatred towards a particular group of people.

Mission

A specific task, goal, or duty that is assigned to or undertaken by an individual or organization, often with a broader purpose or objective in mind.