Consent in children Flashcards
General principles of Children Act 1989? (3)
- Welfare of child is paramount
- Delay will affect welfare of child
- Presumption of no order
Explain the no order principle
No order shall be forced upon parents or local authority unless having an order would be better for the child
Who must be informed of an abortion?
Chief medical officer
When do both parents have parental responsibility?
Married at time of birth
OR
both on birth certificate
When does only the mother have parental responsibility?
Unmarried at time of birth
AND
No agreement with father
When are the wishes of family relevant for a child?
If it’s in the best interests of the child
When can we breach confidentiality with a non Gillick competent minor?(2)
- Best interest of child
2. With parental consent
Can consent be overridden for a Gillick competent child?
Yes, if in best interest?
Can consent be overridden/ confidentiality breached for a minor 16-18?
Yes, but this usually wouldn’t be in their best interest
Types of child abuse (4)
- Physical
- Sexual
- Neglect
- Emotional
Define a legally necessary treatment
Best interest if patient
AND
Can’t wait for consent
What is the age of consent for medical treatment according to Family law act 1969?
16
Can a Gillick competent minor refuse medical treatment?
No
What if parent of a minor between 16-18 refuse medical treatment that’s in the child’s best interest?
Can seek courts permission
How is Gillick competency assessed?
- Understanding to make the decision
- Intelligence to make the decision
- Maturity to understand what’s involved
