Question 17 · LEK · Quality and methods of treatment
According to the principles of medical ethics, while performing medical activities, the doctor:
- A. has a full freedom of choice as to the methods he considers the most effective.
- B. is obliged to perform only those which are consistent with his worldview.
- C. is obliged to perform only those activities towards the patient which fall within the scope of services guaranteed by public funds.
- D. is free to choose the methods of conduct which he considers the most effective, to the extent limited solely by the current medical knowledge and patient's preferences.
- E. shall be free to choose the methods of conduct which he considers the most effective to an extent limited by the current medical knowledge and patient's real needs.
Hint
The Code gives the doctor freedom in choosing methods, but bounded by two factors: one scientific and one centred on the patient.
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