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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