NCM 201 – BIOETHICS Activity 5: Framework for Ethical Decision… NCM

  

NCM 201 – BIOETHICS Activity 5: Framework for Ethical Decision… NCM 201 – BIOETHICS Activity 5: Framework for Ethical Decision FINAL PERIOD Name: _________________________________________Objective of the Activity:Application of the Four Topic Framework in resolving ethical dilemma.  STAKEHOLDERS & VLAUES(List Primary Stakeholders and What They Value)Case: A 20-year old college student living in the college hostel is brought by a friend to the Emergency Department (ED) because of unrelenting headache and fever. He appeared drowsy but was responsive and had fever (40°C), and neck rigidity on examination. Lumbar puncture was done, and spinal fluid appeared cloudy and showed increased white cells; Gram stain showed Gram-positive diplococci. Based on the diagnosis of bacterial meningitis, appropriate antibiotics were begun, and hospitalization was instituted. Although initial consent for diagnosis was implicit, and consent for lumbar puncture was explicit, at this point, the patient refuses treatment without giving any reason, and insists to return to his hostel. Even after explanation by the physician as to the seriousness of his diagnosis, and the absolute need for prompt treatment (i.e., danger to life without treatment), the patient is adamant in his refusal.  GATHER THE FACTS MEDICAL INDICATIONSPATIENT PREFERENCES           QUALITY OF LIFECONTEXTUAL FEATURES          What is the Ethical Dilemma or s(Write it here)      List your alternative solution(Write it here)       What is your decision? Justify your choice.(Write here)             Health Science Science Nursing NURSING NCM201 Share (0)