Who Should Talk to the Family?

Omer was a 94-year-old widower who had lived independently for many years. He had always been eager to get health problems fixed, including the most recent issue, which required colon surgery. When Omer doesn’t recover well, issues arise as the physicians do not speak directly with Omer’s children.

• What part does this patient play in the treatment decision-making process?
• What if the patient’s children do not agree with the patient’s treatment decision?

Apply Theory (Specific Professional Healthcare Competencies + Clinical Medical Ethical Principles) to Practice in order to provide Optimal Patient-Centered Care (OPCC)