In England and Wales, a patient with capacity makes a decision that the clinical team considers unwise and potentially harmful. The patient understands, retains and weighs the relevant information. What should the nurse do?

In England and Wales, a deputy appointed by the Court of Protection to manage a patient’s property and financial affairs asks to consent to the patient’s operation. What should the nurse check?

In England and Wales, a registered nurse and the patient’s family strongly disagree about a proposed life-sustaining treatment. The patient lacks capacity, and there is no applicable advance decision or health and welfare attorney. What should the nurse support?

In England and Wales, an adult with capacity tells the nurse that information about a diagnosis must remain confidential. The nurse later learns that withholding the information could expose another identifiable person to a serious and immediate risk of harm. What should the nurse do?

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?

In England and Wales, a patient with capacity agrees to routine blood pressure measurement and holds out an arm. Which principle best describes this consent?

In England and Wales, a person with capacity asks the nurse to explain a treatment using simple language and extra time before deciding. What should the nurse do?