In his memoir, Jonathan Gluck shares a poignant experience following his diagnosis with multiple myeloma, highlighting the critical need for informed consent in medical practices. After undergoing a PET scan, a casual remark from a technician about avoiding contact with his baby due to radioactivity shed light on the incomplete communication surrounding medical risks. Gluck questions why crucial safety information was not provided earlier, emphasizing the necessity for doctors to consider the implications of their procedures not only on patients but also on their families, thus raising concerns about the adequacy of patient education in healthcare.
In his memoir, Jonathan Gluck reflects on a troubling incident during a PET scan where he realized the importance of informed consent and communication about risks.
The technician's casual remark about avoiding close contact with his baby highlighted a glaring omission in patient communication that could have serious implications.
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