Navigating Patient Refusals in Cardiac Care

This chapter explores the critical role of communication in managing patient refusals related to cardiac issues, particularly the importance of EKG assessments. It delves into a complex case involving a 90-year-old patient and the ethical dilemmas that arise in emergency situations when patient autonomy is at stake. The discussion emphasizes the need for healthcare providers to effectively convey risks and benefits while respecting patients' rights to refuse treatment.