Assessing Risk and Supportive Care for a Hospital Discharge Refusal.
Title
Assessing Risk and Supportive Care for a Hospital Discharge Refusal.
Creator
Aultman J
Publisher
The American Journal Of Bioethics
Date
2021
2021-06-21
Description
In this case, Brian, a 42-year-old patient with decision-making capacity and a history of non-adherence to treatment, refuses to leave the hospital due to concerns about a bothersome rash on his arm, which, according to the medical team, could be treated at home. It is essential to gather additional information from the medical team and patient, while alerting legal or risk management about the hospital discharge dilemma. Alerting such support services can prepare experts in the event legal and patient safety matters emerge and require attention. Through a risk- benefit analysis and an examination into patients’ medical and relational needs, clinical ethics consult services can promote best hospital discharge practices that ethically align medical teams and their patients who are experiencing challenging situations.
Identifier
Format
Journal Article
URL Address
Pages
84-87
Issue
7
Volume
21
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Update Year & Number
Jan to Aug list 2021
Citation
Aultman J, “Assessing Risk and Supportive Care for a Hospital Discharge Refusal.,” NEOMED Bibliography Database, accessed April 17, 2024, https://neomed.omeka.net/items/show/11794.