In England and Wales, an adult with capacity refuses a recommended operation because the person considers the possible complications unacceptable. The person understands the information and communicates a clear choice. What should the nurse recognise?
Correct answer: A. The decision is valid even if others consider it unwise
- A. The decision is valid even if others consider it unwise
- B. The decision is invalid because the risks are significant
- C. The decision requires approval from the next of kin
- D. The decision proves that the patient lacks capacity
Explanation
The Mental Capacity Act states that a person is not to be treated as lacking capacity merely because the person makes an unwise decision. A capacitous refusal must be respected, even when clinicians disagree with it.
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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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