A patient comes to a rheumatology clinic for pain in her knees due to osteoarthritis. The orthopedic surgeon advises her to undergo knee replacement surgery. The patient practices Buddhism. Which patient statement reflects her religious beliefs? Select all that apply.
a) Will a female surgeon do the surgery?
b) Aren't there any alternative techniques for treating this?
c) I don't want to be admitted to the hospital.
d) Please change the date of my surgery since it is a holy day.
e) Some evil spirit has invaded my body and caused illness.
