NCUK Virtual Patient Handbook

Consent

The dictionary definition of consent is: “To give permission for something to happen or agreement to do som ethics and international human rights law. As such, consent should be influence or pressure.

Medical Consent - Explained

EXCEPTIONS TO CONSENT There are a few, rare, exceptions when an examination, test or treatment may be able to go ahead without your consent, even if you’re capable of giving your permission. CLICK here for information

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