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erronis

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3. Given his mental deteriorization, would you have refused to treat him until he had been examined?

Reply to PCIntern (Original post)

Sat Mar 7, 2026, 01:24 PM

15 hrs ago

As a medical professional, I would be worried about a patient who was obviously unable to make rational decisions, and could be delusional or even violent.

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