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Based on this patient’s complaints, lifestyle, and use of OTC medications, what do you expect may be the cause of her initial complaint of upper-middle abdomen pain and her symptoms of fatigue, weakness, and nausea?

Posted on September 17, 2020 by Ambrose

For this assignment, you will be placed (virtually) in a real-world scenario that occurs in work settings. Please read the following description of the authentic performance task and complete the requirements as described in the scenario. Write word essay addressing each of the following points/questions. Be sure to completely answer all the questions for each […]

Should there be limits on freedom of speech when it comes to publicizing methods for killing oneself or others?

Posted on August 25, 2020 by Ambrose

Ethicist Margaret Battin (1987) suggests that physicians should uphold a patient’s autonomy by informing them about humane methods for ending one’s life. Thus, the principle of autonomy creates a moral obligation for physicians to provide patients (who request it) with information on how to die. Furthermore, some individuals create suicide kits that are available for […]

Is it unethical for the physician to compromise patient care in order to stay enrolled in the managed care organization? Why or why not?

Posted on August 21, 2020 by Ambrose

Dr. Berkeley, a primary care physician, works for a managed care organization that requires prior approval for diagnostic services and treatment. In many cases, medically indicated care has been denied to one of his patients because the individual did not meet the statistical profile the managed care company uses to establish criteria for health/disease/illness. Dr. […]

What federal and state agencies will you need to contact? Does it matter if you are an allopathic or osteopathic physician?

Posted on August 18, 2020 by Ambrose

You live in Shiprock, New Mexico, USA – in what is called the Four Corners Region — and hold a professional license to practice as a physician. You would like to open satellite offices and offer services in the neighboring states of Utah, Arizona, and Colorado. Can you? What federal and state agencies will you […]

How would a spiritual needs assessment help the physician assist Mike determine appropriate interventions for James and for his family or others involved in his care?

Posted on August 18, 2020 by Ambrose

1) In 200-250 words, respond to the following: Should the physician allow Mike to continue making decisions that seem to him to be irrational and harmful to James, or would that mean a disrespect of a patient’s autonomy? Explain your rationale. 2) In 400-500 words, respond to the following: How ought the Christian think about […]

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Based on this patient’s complaints, lifestyle, and use of OTC medications, what do you expect may be the cause of her initial complaint of upper-middle abdomen pain and her symptoms of fatigue, weakness, and nausea?

Should there be limits on freedom of speech when it comes to publicizing methods for killing oneself or others?

Is it unethical for the physician to compromise patient care in order to stay enrolled in the managed care organization? Why or why not?

What federal and state agencies will you need to contact? Does it matter if you are an allopathic or osteopathic physician?

How would a spiritual needs assessment help the physician assist Mike determine appropriate interventions for James and for his family or others involved in his care?