Capacity and Consent - BC

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Before an adult is admitted into a care facility, it is required by law that consent is obtained for their admission. An adult may be incapable of giving or refusing consent because they are unable to understand the information they are provided to make the decision.

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https://www2.gov.bc.ca/gov/content/health/accessing-health-care/home-community-care/accountability/consent-to-care-facility-admission Open link to NICE Information Tool >

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Legal

Location:

British Columbia

Source:

gov.bc.ca

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