Question 47 · LEK · Consent and treatment without consent
The actual carer of an adult unconscious patient is allowed to express their consent for:
- A. examination of the patient only.
- B. examination of the patient and the following treatment which does not pose a threat to the patient.
- C. starting treatment even if it means an increased risk to the patient.
- D. examination of the patient and an operation on them.
- E. examination of the patient and blood transfusion.
Hint
Check exactly which health service the statute lets an actual (de facto) carer consent to on behalf of a patient unable to consent.
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