Planet centred care - Why doing less can be hard
Medicine and Science from The BMJ
The Role of Fear in Medical Decision-Making
The chapter explores the influence of fear in medical decision-making, particularly the fear of missing a diagnosis and the fear of litigation. It discusses how fear can lead to over-testing and over-treatment, as well as the challenges faced by marginalized populations with limited resources. The chapter also delves into the complexity of healthcare decision-making and the need to balance fear with avoiding harm.
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