Table 6 Theme 5 - the “Consent-related dilemma”
Sub-themes | Students’ dilemma narrative |
|---|---|
Performing physical examination without the patient’s consent | The professor gave me the opportunity to perform a DRE (digital rectal examination) in the operating room for an anaesthetized patient—without the patient’s consent. (Team 19) |
Disregarding the consent process to accomplish the task | We were taught to identify ourselves as student-doctor and obtain consent. In reality, when patients lack the capacity to communicate, we often skip this step to complete the task in time. (Team 6) |