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A patient sees his physician for symptoms of viral influenza. After completing his examination, the patient's physician is convinced the patient is, indeed, suffering from the flu, but he seems to be getting better. The patient demands a prescription for antibiotics.
Is it ethical for a physician or any other health care practitioner to prescribe or administer a medical treatment just to pacify an anxious or demanding patient?
I believe it is medically unnecessary for a Dr. to prescribe anything for the patient. Is there something else we can give to the patient to "make them happy" without being unethical? Any feedback on this would be really appreciated. Thank you ahead of time.
Is it ethical for a physician or any other health care practitioner to prescribe or administer a medical treatment just to pacify an anxious or demanding patient?
I believe it is medically unnecessary for a Dr. to prescribe anything for the patient. Is there something else we can give to the patient to "make them happy" without being unethical? Any feedback on this would be really appreciated. Thank you ahead of time.