PROGRESSIVE MS DYSTROPHY WISH TO DIE Flashcards
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Q
36 f LAWYER progressive ms dystrophy on home bipap machine admitted with pneumonia. Refusing all treament
A
Exclude hypoxia & intoxication.
Lawyer - intelligent & assertive.
HOW LONG HV U BEEN THINKING ABOUT STOPPING SUPPORT FOR UR BREATHING?
WHAT IS IT ABOUT THE TREATMENT THAT U DON’T WANT?
HAVE U DISCUSSED THIS WITH ANYONE ELSE?
WHAT DO U UNDERSTAND ABOUT UR CONDITION?
DO U UNDERSTAND THAT U MAY DIE IF WE DON’T PUT U ON THE VENTILATOR.?
