Jehovah's witness - minor

Question 1

15yr MBA with blood loss. Jehovah’s witness.

Planned thoracotomy. Legal standing by hospital lawyers that u can transfuse

Answer 1

Mum believes giving blood is worse than death.
Boy may have his values, preferences for future & hv reasonably sophisticated thoughts on his religious beliefs. Keep this in mind
Consider Boys best interest versus expressed wishes ( minor)
Legal status of a minor

Question 2

No transfusion -unlikely to survive
Dad ? does he agree no transfusion & death.
Listen to mum's concern
Respect personal position on this issue
Explain transfusion - survival/death
Other family members - opinion
Clearly explain the legal situation

Answer 2

I RESPECT UR POSITION THAT U WOULD NOT WANT BLOOD TRANSFUSION URSELF EVEN IF IT MEAN THAT U WOULD DIE.

BUT WE HAVE TO DECIDE WHAT WOULD BE THE RIGHT CHOICE FOR BOY.

AGREEMENT IN LAW THAT CHILDREN CANNOT MAKE DECISIONS THT R THIS IMPORTANT

WE TRIED TO AVOID GIVING BLOOD AS U WISHED BUT SITUATION WORSE NOW.