The case study must be typed in APA format with a minimum of 750 words (excluding first and
references page) with a minimum of 4 evidence-based references. Make sure references are used
according to APA 7th Edition guidelines and electronic references must be from reliable sources.
Good luck to all!
Professor Curbelo
Case Study:
Debbie is taking care of Mr. Anderson, who has stage 4 colon cancer that has spread to his spine.
A research study is being done on a new treatment for colon cancer and Mr. Anderson wants to
participate. The researcher meets with Mr. Anderson and explains all the potential risks and
benefits and that he will be in one of two groups, one group receives the new medicine and the
other group receives the current standard treatment. Mr. Anderson signs the informed consent, but
after the researcher leaves, Mr. Anderson says to Debbie, “I know this new medicine is going to
help me!”
QUESTIONS:
1. Based on Mr. Anderson’s comments do you think he understands the process? Why or why
not?
2. What would you say to him?
3. Why does this represent an ethical dilemma?
