Informed consent and euthanasia Flashcards
What are the valid forms of consent?
Express consent
Implied consent
Written consent
Verbal consent
What is expressed consent?
They give consent either verbally or in writing
What is implied consent?
A behaviour or action that has indicated their acceptance of treatment
What are the 3 steps of competency?
Can they take in and retain information?
Does the person believe what you are saying?
Can the person look at the pros and cons and make a decision?
What do we do if someone is not competent to consent?
Look to another family member
At what age can someone sign a financial contract?
18
At what age can someone sign medical consent?
16
What is the necessity principle?
Allows the doctor to take action in the patients best interest and accepted practice if the patient lacks competence to consent
When do you not need to obtain a clients consent?
In an emergency
what is an estimate
Rough guide of cost not a quote, if exceeded owner must be informed
What legislation is it that allows euthanasia without consent on welfare grounds?
The animal welfare act 2006
Who is allowed to call for an animal to be euthanised?
A vet surgeon
The police
When should an animal be referred?
When the treatment needed is outside of a vets area of competence / expertise
Referral could be to a colleague. organisation or institution
What is the definition of euthanasia?
The deliberate ending of a life in a painless way
What is the definition of bereavement?
The period after a loss during which grief is experienced and mourning occurs
