Harvey vs\Strickland case is regarding a doctor who did not follow the patient's consent not to have a blood transfusion if there was an emergency situation. Harvey who is the plaintiff, religious beliefs prevented him from following certain medical procedures that are used if a complication transpired. Harvey signed several forms that stated what not to do while he was competent and he was informed of all the risk that could happen. When the procedure was concluded and a complication occurred in the recovery room, the doctor suggests to Harvey’s mother who was the emergency contact that he needed a blood transfusion. The mother thought twice about it, however, approved the transfusion.
The consent forms acquired were “Refusal of Treatment,
The consent forms acquired were “Refusal of Treatment,