A 66-year-old woman suffering from a progressive neurological disease is admitted to a long-term care...

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Update on: Jul 22, 2025
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Medical Council of Canada MCCQE Question Answer

A 66-year-old woman suffering from a progressive neurological disease is admitted to a long-term care centre. Her husband does not wish to participate in discussions about the seriousness of his wife's disease and is convinced that she will soon come back home. During his 2nd visit to the centre, he gives you a cheque for a substantial sum made out to you, the treating physician, for your own research. Which one of the following is the best response to your patient's husband?

Suggest he donate to your medical group

Accept the money as a contribution to the long-term care centre's fundraising campaign

Decline to accept the cheque

Refer the husband to the centre's social worker

Inform him you would only be able to accept a smaller amount of money