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Without informed consent, tread warily to protect the person’s legal rights
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Without informed consent, tread warily to protect the person’s legal rights
Wednesday 18 July 2018, 05:00 AM

Aged-care facilities have a responsibility to verify a resident’s legal status and be clear about the legal basis on which it is to provide services
The number of people with dementia in New Zealand has risen by 30 per cent in six years and, by 2050, it is projected to reach at least 150,000. It may mean more people are detained in secure aged-care facilities when they do not have a welfare guardian or activated Enduring Power of Attorney. What are their rights? Deputy commissioner, disability Rose Wall writes
It is preferable to obtain a court order, if possible, rather than treat and/or detain a person without consent on an ongoing basis
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Kia ora and welcome to New Zealand Doctor Rata Aotearoa
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