Jordan is an oncologist who has just diagnosed a patient with an aggressive thyroid cancer. She believes that the patient's best chance for recovery is if Jordan performs surgery to remove his thyroid. Because Jordan's patient is a member of a culture who does not believe in surgical intervention, he asks her if he might try some traditional herbal remedies before he submits to a surgery.
How can Jordan show respect for her patient's culture as she answers this question?
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• Jordan should tell the patient that there is no time and the surgery is necessary.
b. Jordan should ask the patient if he would like to die because that's what will happen.
c. Jordan could agree to let the patient try their preferred option first, but for a limited time.
• Jordan could give the patient statistics on the efficacy of herbal remedies.
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Jordan could agree to let the patient try their preferred option first, but for a limited time. By showing understanding and respect for her patient's beliefs and allowing him to explore alternative treatment options, Jordan can maintain a collaborative and empathetic approach to his care. She can also provide information on the risks and benefits of herbal remedies, as well as the potential consequences of delaying surgery. This can empower the patient to make an informed decision about his treatment plan while still acknowledging and respecting his cultural beliefs.
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