Asked by Julia Guerrero on Apr 23, 2024
Paternalists believe that physicians are justified in deceiving patients if doing so is in those patients' best interests.
Paternalists
Individuals or entities that exercise authority by making decisions for others, purportedly in their best interests, often without their consent or against their wishes.
Deceiving Patients
The unethical practice of misleading patients about their health status, treatment options, or the nature of their condition.
- Analyze the role of autonomy, consent, and paternalism in healthcare decisions.
Learning Objectives
- Analyze the role of autonomy, consent, and paternalism in healthcare decisions.