Capacity and Competency Consent

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An ability to comprehend neither the nature nor consequences of one's acts
An ability to comprehend the consequences of one's acts
An ability to comprehend the nature of one's acts
An ability to comprehend both the nature and consequences of one's acts (correct)

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Term Often Interchanged: "Capacity" is frequently used interchangeably with "competence," though they signify different concepts.
Capacity in Healthcare: Refers to an individual's ability to make informed decisions about their own healthcare.
Definition of Capacity: The legal and functional ability of an individual to understand information relevant to a healthcare decision and appreciate the consequences of their choice.
Lack of Capacity: A person lacks capacity when they cannot understand the information necessary to make a decision, cannot retain that information, cannot weigh the information in the decision-making process, or cannot communicate a choice.
Importance of Capacity: Vital in ensuring that patients can make informed healthcare choices, thereby respecting autonomy and promoting ethical medical practices.