Case 1 - Withdrawing and withholding treatment Flashcards
1
Q
what is basic care
A
solids, drinks, spoons, straws, assistance
2
Q
what is clinical care
A
drips, NG tubes, PEGs, TPN i.e need specialist skills and equipment
3
Q
what is withholding basic care to someone who needs it called
A
neglect
4
Q
what is withholding clinical care for someone who will not benefit from it
A
may not be permissible
5
Q
what happens if someone cannot swallow
A
a judgement needs to be made as to whether clinically assisted nutrition is in their best interests
