Biomedical subjects
Publications and source records attributed to J G Bédard.
Geriatric shouting challenges us to reexamine our values towards the cognitively impaired. The author examines current limitations in geriatric care and the important role the family plays in understanding bioethical issues. The debate surrounding the sanctity and quality of life is also presented.
In this, the second of two related articles, the author presents ethical guidelines that apply to the older adult, the family and health care members in a geriatric setting. He proposes six possible ethical solutions for dealing with geriatric shouting. Two ways to alter the perception that health professionals evade or ignore the problem are discussed.
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