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The Greynolds V. Kurman Case
In the Greynolds v. Kurman case, I agree with the court’s decision. “There was sufficient evidence to support a finding of lack of informed consent” (Pozgar & Santucci, 2015, p. 339). When I read the case it seemed like the physicians did not put any effort in explaining the complete picture, including the Greynolds options, and letting them decide what they wanted. By law, “when there is doubt as to a patient’s capacity to consent, the consent of the legal guardian or next of kin should be obtained” (Pozgar & Santucci, 2015, p. 337). Mrs. Greynolds was readily available to sign consent if that is what she decided to do. “There are a variety of consent forms designed to more specifically describe the risks, benefits, and alternatives of
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