Which law relates to a person right to choose weather they want treatment or not?
Correct answer: B. The mental capacity 2005
- A. The misuse of drug act 1971
- B. The mental capacity 2005
- C. The Health & safety at work act 1974
- 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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