Lecture 1

Question 1

According to the Health Care Consent Act, 1996, when is a client incapable of signing or giving consent?

Answer 1

When a client does not understand and appreciate the information (i.e., the risks vs. benefits)

Question 2

When, and how, is consent reviewed with the client?

Answer 2

Before testing, written and verbal, during testing as well

Question 3

What are the ‘must have’s’ for consent?

Answer 3

• Voluntary
• Specific
• Factual
• Informed
• Nature of assessment/procedure
• Who will perform the procedure
• Reasons for the procedure
• Material risks and side-effects
• Alternative procedures
• Relevant personal concerns