SAQ 344 – Ethics and Law – NSTEMI self-discharge and capacity

A 73-year-old man presents with left-sided chest discomfort and is diagnosed with NSTEMI based on high-lateral T-wave inversion and an initial troponin T of 64 (reference range 0-14). The nurse tells you he wants to self-discharge because his pain has resolved and he feels well.

Outline three (3) important medical risks of self-discharge.

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List five (5) considerations when assessing capacity for this decision.

(Marked out of 5.0)

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Total Score: 0 / 8

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