INF1 - B. CONSENT-COVERED Flashcards
what is explicit consent
specific permission - written or spoken, records may be kept on PMR
what is implied consent
signalled permission - opening mouth for swab
what is valid consent
given voluntarily by an appropriately informed person who has the capacity to consent to the specific intervention
what do I need to inform the patient of
- material risks
- reasonable alternatives or variant treatments
when not to inform patient
- they say they would prefer to not know risks
- may cause serious harm for their health
- needs urgent treatment - unconscious
what age has the right to consent
16 and above
when can 13-16 year olds give consent
if judged under Gillick competence
what guidelines are used for sexual activity
fraser guidelines
does a under 18 year old always have the right to refusal
no, may be overridden by parent/courts if considered in best interest
what is advance directive/decision
provides for anticipated incapacity
decisions made about what you want when you don’t have capacity
