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Is the MD wanting another x-ray for some reason? If the MD is requesting it but pt/family dont want it that is their right, and if properly documented then it shouldnt be a problem. It is a patients right to not get a test/procedure etc no matter what we think about it as long as they understand the risks involved.
Sounds like you do in home care (non medical) and the pts son is in charge of his/her care. If so, you have made your concerns known and it is up to them how to proceed. I would not worry yourself about this situation any further. People fall and especially elderly people, the son obviously doesnt hold you responsible if you are still working there. The son said there is not a treatment bc usually the fracture will heal itself and the treatment they used to use (wrapping with ace etc) actually caused pneumonia in many cases. Sounds like you are a caring person but you just need to realize that sometimes these things happen and let your self off the hook. Sounds like there is nothing to worry about any further. IMO it is highly unlikely the pt would get pneumonia 6mo after the fact.
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What should I do? 6 months ago my 96 years old resident fell while I was providing him care and got hairline fracture of the rib.should I still get him checked with x-ray. I am worried he ll get pneumonia and die.