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Which law relates to a person right to choose weather they want treatment or not?

Correct answer: C. The mental capacity 2005

  • A. The misuse of drug act 1971
  • B. The Health & safety at work act 1974
  • C. The mental capacity 2005
  • D. None of these

Explanation

The UK Mental Capacity Act 2005 protects a competent person’s right to make healthcare decisions, including refusing treatment. The other acts concern drug misuse and workplace health and safety.

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