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[quote=Anonymous][quote=Anonymous][quote=Anonymous]Doctors who don't follow the standards of care are opening themselves up to lawsuits. Being informed about risks vs benefits does not eliminate their risk of a lawsuit. 
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And so the big question is -- why do we put up with sub-standard or potentially harmful care just to accommodate an OBs fear of a possible law suit?  Ladies, these are OUR bodies and OUR babies.  You have the right to informed consent - AND to informed refusal.    I challenge all of you to simply say "thank you nurse/doctor for the information.  You may write in my chart that I have declined.  Thank you." and take a big bite of your snickers/pineapple/pasta/whatever you want.[/quote]

I don't understand why this isn't more acceptable.  Not even just in labor, but overall.  Unnecessary CT scans, excessive dental X-rays.  Why can't the docs just write in the chart that I (the patient) deferred this test.  And, have me sign it.  Wouldn't that waive their liability?  They could even have forms made up that say 'These are the risks of eating during labor.  I understand them and am going against my doctor's advice by eating'.  Seems as if that would be a decent solution.[/quote]

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