Historically the medical profession held a ___________attitude based on the view that the patient was not smart enough to make decisions.

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The term "paternalistic" refers to a belief system that assumes the role of a father figure in decision-making processes, assuming that patients are not capable of making their own healthcare decisions. This has been the historical attitude of the medical profession towards patients.

Historically the Medical Profession Held a ___________Attitude Based on the View