Explain the legal, ethical, and professional frameworks governing consent in UK healthcare, including the Mental Capacity Act 2005 and Human Rights Act 1998.
Identify the different types of consent (implied, verbal, written) and when each is appropriate in clinical, research, and digital settings.
Assess a patient's capacity using the principles of the Mental Capacity Act and apply best interests decision-making where capacity is lacking.
Demonstrate how to support shared decision-making through effective communication tools (e.g. BRAN, decision aids) and personalised care planning.
Apply consent processes for children and young people, including assessments of Gillick competence and the role of parental responsibility.
Describe the specific consent requirements for research participation and clinical trials, including the role of the Health Research Authority (HRA) and proportionate consent models.
Evaluate the use of digital and electronic consent (eConsent) and ensure compliance with legal standards, accessibility, and patient engagement.
Document consent accurately and lawfully, ensuring proper record-keeping in accordance with information governance, Caldicott principles, and GDPR regulations.
Respond appropriately to consent refusal or withdrawal, safeguarding patient autonomy while managing clinical, legal, and ethical responsibilities.
Recognise the professional duty to protect and promote patient autonomy, dignity, and understanding across all consent interactions.