Consent and Capacity

Question 1

what are the 2 components of consent

Answer 1

valid and legal

Question 2

describe valid consent

Answer 2

is taken on the day for that specific treatment

Question 3

what are the components of legal consent

Answer 3

have the ability - capacity
are informed
is their own decision - voluntary, not manipulated or coerced

Question 4

what are the criteria for capacity

Answer 4

be able to act - make a decision
make a reasoned decision
understand their decision and consequences
communicate their decision
retain the memory of their decision

Question 5

what is required for risk communication

Answer 5

describe the likelihood, severity and significance of the consequence to the patient

Question 6

what is material risk and give an example

Answer 6

risks of treatment that may affect be more important to a patient. if a risk of disturbed taste and patient is a chef, may be more important. or if likelihood of severe pain the following day, need to take the day off work

Question 7

when might consent not be required for treatment

Answer 7

in an emergency situation if the patient is unable to communicate their wishes. when treatment is required to save their life or to prevent serious deterioration of condition. treatment must be the least restrictive of the patients future choices