Termination of Pregnancy Flashcards
1
Q
If 6 hours after a medical termination of pregnancy, a patient is admitted to A&E with torrential vaginal bleeding, the on duty doctor objects to TOP, what is the most appropriate management option?
A
The doctor must provide treatment.
You cannot refuse to provide emergency treatment.
2
Q
If the on duty doctor sees a patient who attends theatre for an elective surgical termination of pregnancy, but has a religious objection to TOP, what should they do?
A
Advise patient they have a conscientious objection to providing treatment & arrange for them to see another doctor.
