MarquiseB

so the patient's right to know the truth does not necessarily come before family culture/beliefs ?

Hello everyone, I'm a first year nursing student (BScN) and need help with an ethical analysis for and ethical dilemma/violation. I'm just looking for guidance on the legal side (Canadian law) of the situation. Mr. X has advanced pancreatic cancer. He speaks very little English and refused an interpreter as he trusts his sons completely. He had surgery but has no chance of recovery. Mr. X is dying. The team had a meeting with Mr. X and his sons to explain the situation. The team was very clear in their statements that: - the surgery showed that the cancer was too advanced for other treatments. - he is dying - the health team would try to make his as comfortable as possible with palliative treatments for pain and supportive care. The sons listened carefully, asked lots of questions, and then turned to talk to their father. They told him that: - the surgery removed the tumor - he would require lots more treatment - he was on the road to recovery No one is aware that Mr. X has been misinformed and that he thinks he will receive medication and interventions to alleviate pain and promote healing. *ethical dilemma or ethical violation? *What ethical principles are involved? *Are there any legal rules that govern the situation? *Course of action to be taken? Thanks Marquise B.

Hi, I'm very excited to start my first year (BScN Nursing - 4 years) in Sept At Dalhousie University. I know they have a great program there but I'm thinking of transferring to Ottawa University for my second year as I want to get closer to my family. Does anyone know if the program is just as good at the University of Ottawa ?