Paternalism and the doctor-patient relationship in general practice

This paper is a brief introduction to the subject of paternalism as it occurs in general practice. A definition of paternalism is provided and the four main types of doctor-patient relationship within the paternalistic spectrum are described. These relationships are illustrated with examples from ge...

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Published in:	British journal of general practice Vol. 42; no. 361; pp. 340 - 342
Main Author:	McKinstry, B
Format:	Journal Article
Language:	English
Published:	England 01-08-1992
Subjects:	Bioethics Family Practice Humans Paternal Behavior Patient Education as Topic Patient Participation Physician-Patient Relations Professional Patient Relationship
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Summary:	This paper is a brief introduction to the subject of paternalism as it occurs in general practice. A definition of paternalism is provided and the four main types of doctor-patient relationship within the paternalistic spectrum are described. These relationships are illustrated with examples from general practice. Some of the extensive literature on paternalism is reviewed. It is concluded that paternalism is rarely justified when treating patients of sound mind and then only where restoration of the patients' autonomy is the main aim.
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ISSN:	0960-1643