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Mr. M. consents to a procedure on his left ear. After the patient is anesthetized Dr. W. discovers that the right ear is in greater need of surgery. What should the surgeon do? a. Perform the procedure on the right ear if it is clear that it is more necessary. b. Wake the patient up and seek consent for a different procedure. c. Seek a second opinion from another surgeon and proceed with the more necessary procedure. d. Perform the procedure on both ears.

    Mr. M. consents to a procedure on his left ear. After the patient is anesthetized Dr. W. discovers that the right ear is in greater need of surgery. What should the surgeon do?
a. Perform the procedure on the right ear if it is clear that it is more necessary.
b. Wake the patient up and seek consent for a different procedure.
c. Seek a second opinion from another surgeon and proceed with the more necessary procedure.
d. Perform the procedure on both ears.

Medical Ethics for the Boards

Conrad Fischer 3rd Edition

Chapter 1, Problem 38

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In medical practice, informed consent is crucial. This means that the patient must be informed about and consent to any procedure before it is performed. The consent specifically covers the procedure as explained to the patient, including which part of the body is Show more…

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Mr. M. consents to a procedure on his left ear. After the patient is anesthetized Dr. W. discovers that the right ear is in greater need of surgery. What should the surgeon do? a. Perform the procedure on the right ear if it is clear that it is more necessary. b. Wake the patient up and seek consent for a different procedure. c. Seek a second opinion from another surgeon and proceed with the more necessary procedure. d. Perform the procedure on both ears.

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