In England and Wales, a patient understands and agrees to a wound assessment but cannot sign because of severe hand tremor. What is the most appropriate action?
Correct answer: A. Obtain and document verbal consent before proceeding
- A. Obtain and document verbal consent before proceeding
- B. Ask a relative to sign instead of the patient
- C. Treat the lack of a signature as refusal
- D. Proceed without consent because assessment is routine
Explanation
Consent does not generally require a signature to be valid. A person with capacity may give verbal consent, and the nurse should document the discussion, the patient’s agreement and any relevant information provided.
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About UK Law, Consent and Mental Capacity
UK consent and capacity law covers valid voluntary consent, adequate information, refusal of treatment, and the Mental Capacity Act principles for assessing decision specific capacity. It includes best interests decisions, least restrictive care, advance decisions and lasting powers of attorney, with capacity distinguished from mental illness, and legal capacity distinguished from clinical competence or mere agreement.
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