Question 25 (part 2) · LEK · Consent and treatment without consent
To the hospital ED referred 2 boys: aged 15 accompanied with an adult brother. The parents are at work. 15-year-old fell during gym class and reports pain of upper left limb in the area of wrist. Which actions can and should a doctor take?
- A. he should examine the boy, and consent for radiographic examination of the limb can be signed by adult brother.
- B. he should examine the boy and wait for the parent’s arrival, who should give consent for radiographic examination of the limb.
- C. he should wait for the parent’s arrival to examine the boy.
- D. he should examine the boy and perform radiographic examination of the limb, which does not require special consent.
- E. he should examine the boy and ask if the boy gives consent for performing radiographic examination of the limb.
Hint
Consider whether a routine, low-risk diagnostic test done as part of an ED examination needs a separate formal consent.
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