When attempting to treat a patient, the patient has the right to refuse treatment.Which statement would be an example of such a refusal?
A) The patient completed therapy and then stated she did not want to do any exercises today.
B) The patient took her pain medication 5 minutes before treatment and wants you to wait.
C) The patient refused treatment today, stating she was too tired.
D) The patient wants you to come back in 30 minutes, after her bath, to treat her.

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The patient refusing treatment because she was too tired is the best example of treatment refusal. Completing the therapy session and having the therapist return a few minutes later or in 30 minutes do not constitute refusals, but postponement of the sessions.

When Attempting to Treat a Patient, the Patient Has the Right