10. Consent

Question 1

Why do we need consent

Answer 1

Examination or treatment without appropriate consent is an invasion of privacy that may constitute assault

Question 2

What are the different levels of consent?

Answer 2

Implied/verbal cconsent- non invasive procedure e.g. blood pressure
Express consent- for minimal procedures e.g. blood letting
Written consent for more serious exams- surgeries
Chaperones present for intimate exams-prostate

Question 3

What is informed consent

Answer 3

Allowing the patient to be informed of the practicalities of the procedure, the risks/benefits and the benefit/risks if the procedure not done or refused.

Question 4

What are two key things to do surrounding consent?

Answer 4

Review consent if period of time has passed after theyve agreed
Record consent to show it happend

Question 5

What is capacity

Answer 5

A patients ability to understand, believe, retain and weigh up the necessary information

Question 6

What are some obstacles to capacity

Answer 6

Impaired intellectual/mental capacity
Intoxication (drugs or alcohol)
Unconsciousness
Communication difficulties 
Age

Question 7

What is meant by Gillicks competence?

Answer 7

An ability of a child to give the necessary consent. The childs maturity and understanding and the nature of consent is required