1.14 Ethics Flashcards
1
Q
Is it lawful for a surgeon to a replace and undx rotator cuff during a scope
Where is the responsiblity
A
No - not lawful
surgeon will be assaulting patient if no consent or other justification for proceeding
Shared between surgeon and anaes
Anaesthetist expected refuse permit procedures no consent obtained and no other justification
2
Q
Is it lawful to perform angioplasty and stents
A
Yes
Responsibility is shared
3
Q
Situation diffces
A
MI immediate threat to life
Rx MI continue of patients best interests
Waking prior to stents may result in death before consent obtain
no justification for rotator cuff
life not in danger
discussion pros and cons and completion decompression
