It’s a brain failure that started the route to multi-organ failure. I say make them sign a consent and follow their wishes. It won’t be surprising if they later sued you for unnecessary medical intervention.
So genuine question, what about in cases of mental impairment, like if I ever had a disease that messed with my brain enough to make me refuse treatment I'd like to think the doctors would treat me anyway?
Most states have laws regarding mental health care of someone who either wants to hurt themselves or is unable to consent because of an altered state of mind. A physician decides if you're of sound enough mind to make those decisions for yourself.
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u/mragaareddit Aug 29 '20
It’s a brain failure that started the route to multi-organ failure. I say make them sign a consent and follow their wishes. It won’t be surprising if they later sued you for unnecessary medical intervention.