A 90 year old is admitted to the hospital
Type of service: Academic Writing
Work type: Discussion Essay
Format: APA
Pages: 3 pages ( 825 words, Double spaced
Academic level: Undergrad. (yrs 3-4)
Discipline: Health Care
Title: Case Study: A 90 year old is admitted to the hospital
Number of sources: 2
Paper instructions:
In a 3-4 page paper, discuss the ethical issues and incorporate answers to the questions below. Your paper should be formatted in APA style, 12 font, double space, and include references that are APA formatted.
Below is a list of questions to help you develop your paper to include and include necessary information to cover your basis throughout the case study.
What are some of the ethical issues in this case?
Apply the ethical principles you learned in the book to this case study to support your stance.
Who should make decisions in this situation?
Should the ICU team have extubated the patient?
What service line or lines can you think of that the hospital offers in house that can help investigate if the daughter has power of attorney and can initiate the process for Mrs. Ruth to have a legal document in hand in the event she becomes ill again or passes away?
After discharge, should Mrs. Ruth return to her home or consider placement? What service line can help assist her with placement?
Are you familiar with adult protective services? Do you think a member from the hospital should give them a call with concerns?
