The ethical violation in this scenario is that the doctor neglected to treat the patient despite their religion, race, color, or ethnicity. Medical professionals are obligated to provide care to patients without discrimination based on personal beliefs or characteristics. Refusing treatment based on the patient's religious practices violates ethical guidelines regarding patient care and respect for diversity.
A doctor refuses to treat a patient in a clinic because he refuses to remove a piece of clothing that's important to his religion. The doctor surmises that he must not want treatment enough and sends him away. What is the ethical violation?
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The doctor neglected to treat the patient despite their religion, race, color, or ethnicity.
The doctor neglected to treat the patient despite their religion, race, color, or ethnicity.
The doctor didn't keep the patient's private information confidential.
The doctor didn't keep the patient's private information confidential.
The doctor ventured outside of the role and the scope of his/her training.
The doctor ventured outside of the role and the scope of his/her training.
The doctor started a personal relationship with a patient.
The doctor started a personal relationship with a patient.
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