Medicolegal
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Digital editionFebruary 2019 issue
The digital edition of the February 2019 issue of Guidelines in Practice , featuring articles on: COPD, covert medication, type 2 diabetes, and talking about weight with patients.
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Medico-legal issues
Covert medication: decisions must follow the law and NICE guidance
Dr Maria Dyban offers an overview of the law on covert medication and suggests some practical steps for considering the issues
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News
Report published on gross negligence manslaughter in healthcare
A report on gross negligence manslaughter in healthcare by Professor Sir Norman Williams has been published by the DHSC.
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Medico-legal issues
All healthcare staff have a duty of confidentiality
Dr Maria Dyban summarises guidance on patient confidentiality and explores situations where information may or may not be shared
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Medico-legal issues
Patients who may lack capacity need careful assessment
Dr Maria Dyban summarises important aspects of law and guidance for practitioners regarding patients who may be unable or less able to consent to treatment
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Medico-legal issues
Valid consent protects the practitioner as well as the patient
Dr Maria Dyban explores case law and guidance on patient consent and explains how the patient has the right to accept or refuse treatment
