Direitos dos pacientes e legislação

Physicians’ behavior regarding non-acceptance of oral restriction (nil per os) by dysphagic patient with risk of laryngotracheal aspiration

“…This was well established by Law 10.241 and was discussed in patient rights and legislations. (10) The best way to improve patients' autonomy is by providing information and sharing decision making. (11,12,17) Among the non-sympathetic, the primary argument used was the balance between the two principles: do good and avoid evil.…”

“…(4)(5)(6)(7) The prevalence of dysphagia varies according to the group studied: 13% of individuals aged 65 years, 16% in the age group 70-79 years, and 33% among individuals over 80 years of age who live independently. (4,8) The physician-patient relationship is ruled by ethical bases and principles, (9,10) seeking to value human beings (integrity/dignity); to do good (maximize the benefit) − beneficence, and avoid evil (the physician's actions should always cause the least hindrance to the patient's health) -nonmaleficence; respecting the patient's choices (autonomy); and seeking to be just in every action (justice).…”