“I can put the medicine in his soup, Doctor!”
The practice of covertly administering medication is controversial. Although condemned by some as overly paternalistic, others have suggested that it may be acceptable if patients have permanent mental incapacity and refuse needed treatment. Ethical, legal, and clinical considerations become more co...
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Tipo de documento: | Recurso Electrónico Artigo |
Idioma: | Inglês |
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BMJ Publ.
2005
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Journal of medical ethics
Ano: 2005, Volume: 31, Número: 5, Páginas: 262-265 |
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