Can paternalism be modernised?

The contention that paternalism can be modernised in such a way as to avoid the usual criticisms is examined and dismissed. The alleged 'modernisation' consists simply in going through the motions of achieving the patient's free consent, while leaving the ultimate decision to the phys...

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Main Author: Matthews, E. (Author)
Format: Electronic Article
Language:English
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Published: BMJ Publ. 1986
In: Journal of medical ethics
Year: 1986, Volume: 12, Issue: 3, Pages: 133-135
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