consent and capacity

Question 1

what makes consent valid?

Answer 1

it was obtained recently enough

consent remains current and isn’t revoked

valid for the discussed treatment ONLY

Question 2

what two types of consent are there? when would each one be used?

Answer 2

implied consent and explicit consent

implied consent is given for smaller more routine procedures

explicit consent is needed for GA or conscious sedation.

Question 3

when can someone give consent on their own?

Answer 3

informed consent is assumed at ages 16+ however someone under 16 with perceived intelligence and capacity to consent can provide consent.

it must be voluntary and informed

Question 4

who can give consent when an individual does not have the capacity?

Answer 4

mother has automatic right to consent

father only if name is on the birth ceritificate or they are still married.

Question 5

what traits give someone the capacity to give informed consent?

Answer 5

can retain proper memory

can properly act and decide upon the matter

can understand and comprehend the situation

can properly communicate

can give a reasoned decision

Question 6

what are the 9 protected characteristics and when may they be challeged?

Answer 6

age
sexual orientation
gender
gender reassignment
disability
marriage/civil partnership
religion and belief
race and ethnicity
pregnancy and maternity

can be targeted if genuinely experiencing lack of services, low group participation or have a record of disadvantages