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“As a general rule, if anyone ever asks you to put stockings on a ninety-year old deceased Romanian woman with oedema, your answer should be no.” quote by Caitlin Doughty
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““As a general rule, if anyone ever asks you to put stockings on a ninety-year old deceased Romanian woman with oedema, your answer should be no.””

Caitlin Doughty

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Professional boundaries dictate refusing inappropriate medical requests, even from elders

In simple terms: Say no to unethical or impractical medical tasks

Key Takeaway

Maintain ethical standards in care

Themes

ethics professionalism boundaries

Mood

thoughtful serious

Type

ethical practical

When to use this quote

  • clinical practice
  • policy making
  • education
  • advocacy

Key Concepts

medical ethics elder care

Questions to Reflect On

  • When is it right to refuse a request?
  • How do you handle pressure from families?
A Different Perspective

May conflict with personal compassion

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