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    Patient treatment refusal poses ethical dilemmas, especially with declining decision-making capacity due to dementia and depression. Assessing capacity and identifying surrogate decision-makers are crucial for informed medical care.

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    • Geriatrics

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    • Deteriorating patient conditions, such as dementia, hemorrhage, and depression, complicate informed consent.
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