Question

Explain the difference between patient and physician autonomy, according to Pellegrino. Then provide one concrete example that makes clear why we cannot always maximize both patient and physician autonomy?

Answer 1

Autonomy is principle of human dignity. The right of the patient to make decisions about their medical Care with out their health Care provider trying to influence the decision .Patient autonomy does allow for health care provider to educate the patient but does not allow the health care provider to make decision for the patient.if the physician not seen to be autonomy professional and their decisions are influenced by the intrest of the organization that employ them or by insurance pharamesutical companies.

Both patient and Physician should maintain autonomy ,if it maximize or minimize health care may effects.