I am a medical professional, and a patient is demanding a treatment that I know is ineffective and potentially harmful, but denying it goes against their autonomy and could lead to a formal complaint. What do I do?

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Provide treatment reluctantly6 votes (24%)

Refuse, explain risks7 votes (28%)

Seek second physician opinion6 votes (24%)

Educate, offer alternatives6 votes (24%)

25 votes total • Created 1/5/2026

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I am a medical professional, and a patient is demanding a treatment that I know is ineffective and potentially harmful, but denying it goes against their autonomy and could lead to a formal complaint. What do I do? | asQkme