4. A complex brain operation had a 3-page risk disclosure sheet. The surgeon determined that his...

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4. A complex brain operation had a 3-page risk disclosure sheet. The surgeon determined that his poorly educated patient could not understand the information even with the best of translations, and might even refuse the life-saving operation. The operation was necessary to release a hematoma and a fractured bone fragment putting pressure on the cerebrum, which would soon lead to loss of consciousness due to increased intracranial pressure. He just explained the benefits of the surgery to the patient in simple language but did not reveal the risks involved, thinking that the patient might refuse for surgery. Analyse the situation keeping yourself in the place of the treating doctor and answer the following: a) Describe the ethical dilemma in the given situation. b) What action would you choose? c) Explain the reason for your answer describing the theory of moral reasoning. 4. A complex brain operation had a 3-page risk disclosure sheet. The surgeon determined that his poorly educated patient could not understand the information even with the best of translations, and might even refuse the life-saving operation. The operation was necessary to release a hematoma and a fractured bone fragment putting pressure on the cerebrum, which would soon lead to loss of consciousness due to increased intracranial pressure. He just explained the benefits of the surgery to the patient in simple language but did not reveal the risks involved, thinking that the patient might refuse for surgery. Analyse the situation keeping yourself in the place of the treating doctor and answer the following: a) Describe the ethical dilemma in the given situation. b) What action would you choose? c) Explain the reason for your answer describing the theory of moral reasoning.

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a The ethical dilemma in the given case is that even though t... View the full answer