A breakdown in the family unit

Rosner, F.

Journal of Clinical Ethics 2(3): 148-149

1991


ISSN/ISBN: 1046-7890
PMID: 11642943
Document Number: 384783
In his article, "Autonomy and beneficence in the family," David J. Doukas describes the dynamic relationship between the family and the physician. He points out: "the family covenant spells out the obligations of all parties to give and receive respect and beneficial care within the realm of medical practice".... While this model may provide a framework for ethical discussion under certain circumstances, it falls short in several major respects....

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