Citing the serious adverse effects of long-term medication, a doctor convinces the family…

Citing the serious adverse effects of long-term medication, a doctor convinces the family of a female patient for surgery. This led the patient to reluctantly consent for the surgery, though her original choice was to opt for medication. Explain the concepts of paternalism and beneficence by analysing the doctor’s action.

• Paper: GS Paper IV
• Subject: Ethics

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