Case Study: I Want To Die

There are two main factors that needs to be highly considered when determining if a patient is capable of refusing treatment. This deals with the issue of being competent. First, is he or she understanding the situation and the consequences of the decision and if the choice is based on rational reasons (Morrison & Furlong, 2013). Joe King, who has contracted bilateral pneumonia has the right to refuse treatment. As stated in the case study, Joe is fully aware and competent according to the opinion of the staff. Joe who has probably lived a good and full life, should be granted this decision. Although, the statement “I want to die,” might be too extreme. There should be a rational and sensible reasons for him wanting to die. At the end of the