Consent in daily practice
Very good article from exam point of view especially tricky EMQ's
- It reviews the best practice for taking written consent for elective procedures.
- Reviews the best practice for taking consent in an emergency situation. It also examines the up-to-date advice from several professional bodies and provides clarity on the legal position.
- It explains what constitutes capacity and the role of the Mental Health Act, the Mental Capacity Act and the Court of Protection?
- It takes into different situations like considerations for capacity and labour.
- It provides valuable guidance in treating the unconscious patient.
- It provides some useful examples of case law relevant to obstetrics and gynaecology that have formed the basis of core legal arguments.
- It is necessary to understand the importance of informed choice and consent.
- It is also of paramount importance to be familiar with the most recent professional advice.
http://onlinelibrary.wiley.com/doi/10.1111/tog.12219/epdf
