Ethics

Question 1

When would you refer to a coroner?

Answer 1

Unknown cause of death
Not seen by a Dr during last illness or last 14 days
During or within 12 months of pregnancy
Death in custody
While detained under Mental Health Act

Any history of violence
Any element of suspicion
Any allegation of medical negligence
Any other unusual/disturbing feature

Question 2

How to determine capacity

Answer 2

Patient must be able to:
understand the information relevant to the decision,
retain that information,
use or weigh that information as part of the process of making the decision, or
communicate the decision.