Dr. Fredericks failed to consider the patients autonomy. Mr. Davis, at the time of discussion was competent, having full possession of all his faculties and was able to make critical decisions regarding his care. The plaintiff refused to give permission for the placement of stents evident in the signed consent form. Dr. Fredericks either failed to check the document before performing an invasive procedure which can be considered negligence or he blatantly disregarded the patient’s wishes. In both cases Dr. Fredericks breached the standard of care and violated the Hippocratic Oath. Since the plaintiff incurred injuries from the procedure Dr. Fredericks and Bright Road Medical Systems by virtue of Respondeat Superior are responsible and should
