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My grandma just died, and I think it's because my dad declined medical treatment for her (lemmy.ml)

submitted 3 weeks ago* (last edited 3 weeks ago) by [email protected] to c/[email protected]

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Is this a crime I can report? Could I report him for medical neglect?

Edit: She was sick with pneumonia, and I think covid, and was mostly alright when she was taken to the hospital when she was driving erratically. She had very good days at the nursing home rehab, then got taken to the hospital when her condition got worse. My dad reported to me that he told the hospital to not treat her for her illness.

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[–] [email protected] 5 points 3 weeks ago

Just to follow, in cases where the patient is not expected to regain consciousness it's even possible to ethically withhold food and water to hasten passing. The decision maker has very wide latitude in deciding what is an appropriate level of care. A living will should be part of every person's planning.