Angelina Gambino Biomedical Ethics Argument Essay #2 1. Mr. S insists on using his walker to go to the bathroom alone rather than using the bedpan overnight. There are many ethical issues in this case. Mr. S is potentially putting his health and life at risk by not waiting for assistance to walk to the bathroom. The patient’s decision-making capacity must be questioned. He is capable of making current decisions, however he is lacking the ability to make future decisions regarding his health. The staff is insisting Mr. S use the call button for help, and he is potentially putting …

 

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