Consent

  • Category:
  • Care Co-ordinator Bundle,
  • Compliance

Consent is a crucial element of medical ethics, based on the concept of the person and the fundamental dignity and equality of human beings. This session explains the need for consent before any type of medical examination, test or treatment can be undertaken.

Objectives

  • Understand the terminology associated with consent
  • Learn the differences between voluntary and implied consent
  • Understand the need to involve patients in the decision-making process
  • Gain an overview of the legal guidelines associated with consent
  • Learn how mental capacity affects consent
  • Realise the need for recording consent in the healthcare record

Designed for
All clinical staff working in general practice.

 

 

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