In England and Wales, an adult with schizophrenia needs to decide whether to accept a prescribed treatment. The patient understands, retains and weighs the relevant information and communicates a choice. What should the nurse conclude?
Correct answer: A. The diagnosis alone does not establish lack of capacity
- A. The diagnosis alone does not establish lack of capacity
- B. The diagnosis means the patient cannot give valid consent
- C. The treatment must be authorised by the patient’s family
- D. The patient must be assessed as lacking capacity automatically
Explanation
The Mental Capacity Act requires a functional assessment of the particular decision. A mental illness or diagnosis does not by itself mean that the person lacks capacity, so the demonstrated understanding and reasoning must be considered.
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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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