CONSENT TO TREATMENT
2010242 (approx) pages Paperback
ISBN-10 1 84619 224 2
ISBN-13 9781846192241
Jane Lynch, Negligence Lawyer and Fellow, Royal Society of Medicine
Forewords by Louise M Terry, Sue Battersby and Colum J Smith, respectively Senior Lecturer in Law and Ethics, London South Bank University; Independent Midwifery Researcher and Lecturer; Partner, McMillan Williams Solicitors
IN PRODUCTION - Due to be published October 2010
Description
MEDICO-LEGAL ESSENTIALS SERIES
An understanding of the law and the way in which it impacts upon roles, responsibilities and care is a vital component in everyday healthcare. The law of consent is particularly complex, and its inadvertent misinterpretation, misapplication or maladministration by health professionals has led to an increasing number of legal claims for compensation.
This book explains the legal issues around consent to treatment in England and Wales simply and straightforwardly. It uses real-life examples to set out the professional obligations, basic principles of consent and detailed information on each area, enabling health professional to approach consent methodically and to ensure that it is validly obtained and recorded.
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'A very useful book for healthcare professionals of all kinds'
From the Foreword by Louise M Terry
‘An excellent core text on many health professionals’ basic and post-basic courses especially doctors, nurses, midwives and health visitors. The content of the book is also applicable to many associated professions e.g. physiotherapists, ambulance personnel and care workers.’
From the Foreword by Sue Battersby
A useful handbook that health professionals at all levels can refer to as an everyday text to help guide them through the intricacies of the topic.’
From the Foreword by Colum J Smith
 Introduction to Consent The Legal Process Accountability The Basic Principles of Consent Scope of Consent Refusing and withdrawing of consent Relatives’ Rights Forms of Consent Informed Consent Documenting Consent Issues Consent Children and young persons Consent to video recordings and clinical photography Consent and Removal of Tissue Research and Innovative Treatment Withholding and withdrawing treatment Acting in an emergency Capacity Advance Decisions and Advance Statements Custody – Consent for therapeutic and forensic intervention Religious Beliefs Applications to Court
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