Concept of Family Health Nursing Care Related

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Which of the following correctly identifies the role of the physician and the patient in making health care decisions?

  • A. The physician is the ultimate authority in making decisions about a patient's health
  • B. The physician and the patient must establish together who makes decisions about the patient's health
  • C. The physician has little direct influence on the patient's personal health choices
  • D. Although it is the physician's responsibility to instruct the patient about his or her condition, the physician must ultimately respect the patient's personal health choices
Correct Answer: D

Rationale: Shared decision-making balances physician expertise with patient autonomy.