The primary health care provider who insists on providing treatment in spite of the client's wishes because "I know best" is reflecting an attitude referred to as what?

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This attitude is referred to as paternalism, where the health care provider makes decisions for the patient, believing they know what is best for the patient, often overriding the patient's own wishes or autonomy.

The Primary Health Care Provider Who Insists on Providing Treatment