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What does informed consent entail?
What does informed consent entail?
- Consent given under pressure or duress
- Only approval from a legal guardian
- A voluntary agreement, compliance or permission (correct)
- Mandatory consent regardless of understanding
Which aspect is NOT essential for informed consent?
Which aspect is NOT essential for informed consent?
- Clarity of information provided
- Understanding of the risks and benefits
- Voluntariness in decision-making
- Fear of repercussions if consent is denied (correct)
What is a characteristic of voluntary agreement in informed consent?
What is a characteristic of voluntary agreement in informed consent?
- It must be reversible
- It can be given based on assumptions
- It can be given under coercion
- It should be made without influence from others (correct)
Which of the following defines compliance in informed consent?
Which of the following defines compliance in informed consent?
Informed consent can be considered valid if all the following are true EXCEPT:
Informed consent can be considered valid if all the following are true EXCEPT:
What is one method a person can use to communicate their decision?
What is one method a person can use to communicate their decision?
Which of the following options does NOT represent a means of communication mentioned?
Which of the following options does NOT represent a means of communication mentioned?
What aspect is important when considering a person's ability to communicate their decision?
What aspect is important when considering a person's ability to communicate their decision?
In addition to talking, which other mode of communication is emphasized?
In addition to talking, which other mode of communication is emphasized?
Who among the following is authorized to give or refuse consent for a patient?
Who among the following is authorized to give or refuse consent for a patient?
What is the general purpose of evaluating communication methods?
What is the general purpose of evaluating communication methods?
Which individual listed below does NOT have the authority to give or refuse consent for a patient?
Which individual listed below does NOT have the authority to give or refuse consent for a patient?
What role does a legal custodian play regarding patient consent?
What role does a legal custodian play regarding patient consent?
Which scenario best illustrates who can give consent for treatment?
Which scenario best illustrates who can give consent for treatment?
What is the primary condition under which an adult partner can give or refuse consent?
What is the primary condition under which an adult partner can give or refuse consent?
What constitutes legal assault in a medical context?
What constitutes legal assault in a medical context?
What does a patient's visit to a doctor's clinic imply?
What does a patient's visit to a doctor's clinic imply?
Which of the following actions requires explicit patient consent?
Which of the following actions requires explicit patient consent?
Which of the following can be implied by a patient's presence at an outpatient clinic?
Which of the following can be implied by a patient's presence at an outpatient clinic?
Why is patient consent critical before medical examinations or procedures?
Why is patient consent critical before medical examinations or procedures?
What condition allows a physician to provide treatment when there is no nearest relative available?
What condition allows a physician to provide treatment when there is no nearest relative available?
In which situation is a physician permitted to administer necessary treatment?
In which situation is a physician permitted to administer necessary treatment?
What must a physician believe to act in the absence of a nearest relative?
What must a physician believe to act in the absence of a nearest relative?
Which of the following is NOT a condition under which a physician may provide treatment?
Which of the following is NOT a condition under which a physician may provide treatment?
If a physician administers treatment without the nearest relative present, what is a critical factor in this decision?
If a physician administers treatment without the nearest relative present, what is a critical factor in this decision?
What is required for mass immunization according to legal provisions?
What is required for mass immunization according to legal provisions?
What is sufficient for organ donation after death?
What is sufficient for organ donation after death?
Which of the following statements about consent for mass immunization is true?
Which of the following statements about consent for mass immunization is true?
Regarding organ donation, which of the following is NOT true?
Regarding organ donation, which of the following is NOT true?
When is consent not necessary for a procedure, such as immunization?
When is consent not necessary for a procedure, such as immunization?
What is the primary function of mental capacity as defined in the content?
What is the primary function of mental capacity as defined in the content?
Which of the following elements is NOT included in the definition of mental capacity?
Which of the following elements is NOT included in the definition of mental capacity?
In determining mental capacity, which of the following abilities is least relevant?
In determining mental capacity, which of the following abilities is least relevant?
Which scenario best exemplifies the use of mental capacity in decision-making?
Which scenario best exemplifies the use of mental capacity in decision-making?
What aspect of mental capacity is crucial for making decisions?
What aspect of mental capacity is crucial for making decisions?
What legal implication arises when a doctor examines a patient without consent?
What legal implication arises when a doctor examines a patient without consent?
What does a patient's presentation at a doctor's clinic signify regarding consent?
What does a patient's presentation at a doctor's clinic signify regarding consent?
Which of the following forms of consent is implicitly understood when a patient enters a doctor's office?
Which of the following forms of consent is implicitly understood when a patient enters a doctor's office?
Which actions would NOT generally fall under implied consent when a patient visits a clinic?
Which actions would NOT generally fall under implied consent when a patient visits a clinic?
In a medical context, which situation typically constitutes a breach of legal consent?
In a medical context, which situation typically constitutes a breach of legal consent?
What does valid consent require the patient to understand?
What does valid consent require the patient to understand?
Which of the following accurately characterizes a key element of informed consent?
Which of the following accurately characterizes a key element of informed consent?
Which of the following is NOT a necessary component of valid consent?
Which of the following is NOT a necessary component of valid consent?
Which aspect must be communicated effectively for consent to be considered valid?
Which aspect must be communicated effectively for consent to be considered valid?
What is implied by a patient's understanding of the treatment's purpose?
What is implied by a patient's understanding of the treatment's purpose?
Who is authorized to give consent for a child or patient of unsound mind?
Who is authorized to give consent for a child or patient of unsound mind?
Which scenario accurately reflects the consent-giving authority for a minor?
Which scenario accurately reflects the consent-giving authority for a minor?
Which of the following is NOT a guideline for obtaining valid consent?
Which of the following is NOT a guideline for obtaining valid consent?
What is the significance of being designated as a local authority in terms of consent?
What is the significance of being designated as a local authority in terms of consent?
What is an acceptable condition under which consent may be considered valid?
What is an acceptable condition under which consent may be considered valid?
Which of the following describes a failure in the consent process?
Which of the following describes a failure in the consent process?
Which of the following statements about guardianship and consent for medical treatment is true?
Which of the following statements about guardianship and consent for medical treatment is true?
In what context can a local authority be necessary for a patient's consent?
In what context can a local authority be necessary for a patient's consent?
Which statement aligns with the principles surrounding informed consent?
Which statement aligns with the principles surrounding informed consent?
What is an example of an act that violates the principles of consent?
What is an example of an act that violates the principles of consent?
What is the primary characteristic of blanket consent in hospitals?
What is the primary characteristic of blanket consent in hospitals?
Under what circumstance should a doctor share information with a competent relative of a patient?
Under what circumstance should a doctor share information with a competent relative of a patient?
What does blanket consent imply about the extent of a doctor's decision-making authority?
What does blanket consent imply about the extent of a doctor's decision-making authority?
What is a potential issue of using blanket consent in medical settings?
What is a potential issue of using blanket consent in medical settings?
Why is informing a competent relative considered a component of informed consent?
Why is informing a competent relative considered a component of informed consent?
Flashcards
Informed Consent Definition
Informed Consent Definition
A voluntary agreement, compliance, or permission.
Consent
Consent
A voluntary agreement, compliance or permission.
Voluntary Agreement
Voluntary Agreement
An agreement made freely and without any pressure.
Compliance
Compliance
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Permission
Permission
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Who can give consent?
Who can give consent?
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Consent in medical care
Consent in medical care
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Legal Custodian
Legal Custodian
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Adult Family Member
Adult Family Member
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Informed Consent
Informed Consent
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Communicate Decision
Communicate Decision
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Decision by Talking
Decision by Talking
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Decision by Sign language
Decision by Sign language
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Decision by Other Means
Decision by Other Means
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Weigh Up
Weigh Up
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Assault in Law
Assault in Law
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Implied Consent
Implied Consent
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What does a patient's visit imply?
What does a patient's visit imply?
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Inspection
Inspection
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Palpation
Palpation
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No Nearest Relative?
No Nearest Relative?
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Physician's Role
Physician's Role
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Essential Treatment
Essential Treatment
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Unable to Find Relative
Unable to Find Relative
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Treatment Without Consent
Treatment Without Consent
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Consent by Law
Consent by Law
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Consent after Death
Consent after Death
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Mass Immunization
Mass Immunization
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Organ Donation
Organ Donation
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Will
Will
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Mental Capacity
Mental Capacity
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What kind of examination is implied?
What kind of examination is implied?
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What is implied consent?
What is implied consent?
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What is the difference between implied consent and informed consent?
What is the difference between implied consent and informed consent?
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Who gives consent for a child?
Who gives consent for a child?
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Consent for the Incapacitated
Consent for the Incapacitated
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Essential Treatment Without Consent
Essential Treatment Without Consent
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What does informed consent imply?
What does informed consent imply?
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Risks of Treatment
Risks of Treatment
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Benefits of Treatment
Benefits of Treatment
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Success or Failure of Treatment
Success or Failure of Treatment
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Patient's Understanding
Patient's Understanding
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Blanket Consent
Blanket Consent
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When can a doctor treat without explicit consent?
When can a doctor treat without explicit consent?
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Who should be informed in blanket consent?
Who should be informed in blanket consent?
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What is the most common type of consent used in hospitals?
What is the most common type of consent used in hospitals?
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Study Notes
Informed Consent
- Consent is a voluntary agreement, compliance, or permission.
- Key elements for giving consent are competence (capacity), voluntariness, and disclosure (informed consent).
- Competence (capacity) means the ability to use, understand, and weigh information to make a decision and communicate that decision.
- Incapacitated persons lack the ability to make decisions due to conditions such as impaired mind, severe learning disabilities, brain damage, physical or mental conditions causing confusion, or intoxication.
- In cases of incapacity, another person (e.g., adult partner, legal custodian, responsible family member) can provide consent.
Assessment of Mental Capacity
- Assessment is needed when there are doubts about a person's capacity to give informed consent.
- An expert (e.g., psychiatrist or psychologist) assesses capacity.
- Factors assessed regarding mental capacity:
- Impairment of the mind or brain (temporary or permanent).
- General understanding of the decision and likely consequences.
- Ability to understand, retain, use, and weigh information relevant to the decision.
- Ability to communicate the decision (e.g., talking, using sign language).
Forms of Consent
- Implied consent: Occurs when a patient presents themselves for a routine procedure.
- Implies the patient consents to a less complex procedure.
- Implies consent to exam types such as inspection, palpation, percussion, auscultation.
- Expressed consent: Explicit statement by patient to agree to a specific examination or treatment
- Can be oral or written with a witness.
- Oral (verbal) consent: preferable with a disinterested party present like a nurse (e.g., in a doctor's office, clinic, or outpatient setting)
- Written consent is necessary for major procedures that include blood collection for lab tests, ECG, endoscopy, bone marrow aspiration, general anesthesia, and operations.
Self-Determination (Autonomy) and Consent
- A patient's right to decide whether to accept or reject medical treatment, examination, or procedures.
- Mental capacity is a prerequisite for providing/refusing consent.
Informed Refusal
- The right to refuse treatment while receiving adequate information about possible consequences.
- Must be documented in writing with signatures from patient, physician, and a witness.
Exceptions to Informed Consent
- Emergencies
- Medico-legal purposes (e.g., postmortem examination, examination of arrested accused)
- Treatment of patients with notifiable diseases (for community interest)
- Psychiatric treatment ordered by a court
- Prisoners (new entrants).
Invalid Consent
- Consent is invalid if not informed.
- Given in a crime or illegal action (e.g., criminal abortion)
- Obtained by misrepresentation or fraud
- Given by a person lacking capacity (e.g., minor, mentally ill, under drug influence).
Therapeutic Privilege
- A doctor may withhold information if disclosure would pose a significant psychological risk to the patient.
- The doctor should ideally disclose information to a competent relative of the patient, ensuring a relative is aware of the situation.
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