Consent in the Older Adult

Consent in the older adult

Mrs. Thompson is an 82-year-old woman with a history of hypertension. She presents with severe aortic stenosis and requires valve replacement surgery. After receiving full disclosure about the risks, benefits, and alternatives, she appears confused about the information but insists she doesn’t want surgery. Her daughter, who is her healthcare proxy, believes her mother doesn’t fully understand the risks of refusing surgery, and is concerned that she has recently begun to show signs of dementia. The surgical team is concerned about Mrs. Thompson’s decision-making capacity and asks for an assessment.

DNAP 725: Bioethics

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