Consent quiz

1. A patient’s signature on a consent form automatically means they have given consent. True or False? 

2. Consent must be taken by the doctor doing the procedure. True or False?

3. If the patient does not want information about the procedure or the information is likely to make them anxious, you should not mention it. True or False?

4. If information leaflets set out all that the patient needs to know about the procedure, there is no need for the doctor to explain the procedure as well. True or False?
 
5. When discussing treatments you should describe any serious or frequently occurring risks. True or False?
 
6. Patients have a right to refuse treatment even if they may die as a result. True or False?
 
7. A competent patient has the option of nominating a person to make certain decisions for them. True or False?

8. In an emergency, when you cannot obtain consent, you can provide urgent treatment. True or False?
 
9. Intimate examinations require express consent. True or False?

10. Children under 16 years cannot consent to medical treatment. True or False?
 
11. Advance directives or living wills are binding on the doctor treating the patient. True or False?
 
12. A patient can refuse to be tested for HIV. True or False?
 
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