In England and Wales, a patient who lacks capacity is being considered for a proposed research study rather than routine clinical treatment. What should the nurse do first?
Correct answer: B. Check that the study has the required ethical and legal safeguards
- A. Treat family agreement as sufficient permission
- B. Check that the study has the required ethical and legal safeguards
- C. Enrol the patient because the study may help the ward
- D. Assume research has the same rules as emergency treatment
Explanation
Research involving an adult who lacks capacity has additional protections under the Mental Capacity Act and must meet the relevant ethical and legal requirements. Family agreement alone does not replace the required consultation and safeguards.
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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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