Several challenges can arise in upholding beneficence in cancer care:
- Balancing Benefits and Risks: Determining the appropriate balance between treatment benefits and potential harm can be complex. This requires careful consideration of individual patient circumstances. - Resource Allocation: Limited healthcare resources can impact the ability to provide optimal care for all patients. Decisions about resource allocation must strive to be fair and just. - Patient Autonomy: Respecting patient autonomy while ensuring beneficent actions can sometimes be challenging, especially when patients refuse treatments that could be beneficial.
