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Law and Medical Ethics Module 3: Refusal of Medical Treatment

University of Edinburgh Crest

£115.00

Description

A key question to consider during this module is whether consent and refusal are two sides of the same coin? If so, does it mean that the criteria and principles applied to the former must be applied with equal weight and effect to the latter? In logic, there is no difference in the 'ability' to either consent or refuse. In law, however, we find that the two aspects are often treated distinctly, with higher thresholds being required by the courts in relation to refusals.

This course can be taken at any time and is offered throughout the year and you will have two weeks access for each module you book.

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Detailed Description

That patients exercise 'rights' to autonomy when providing consent only makes sense if there is a corresponding right to refuse, and so this module considers the nature and scope of the right to refuse or withdraw consent to medical treatment.

We will explore whether the right is subject to limitations, and specific criteria that apply. Mirroring the module on positive consent, a thorough understanding of refusal encompasses many of the same 'categories' of patient encountered in the previous session.

A key question to consider during this module is whether consent and refusal are two sides of the same coin? If so, does it mean that the criteria and principles applied to the former must be applied with equal weight and effect to the latter? In logic, there is no difference in the 'ability' to either consent or refuse. In law, however, we find that the two aspects are often treated distinctly, with higher thresholds being required by the courts in relation to refusals.       

The course is taken online on a self-access basis and offers a flexible way to study while maintaining work and personal commitments.

 

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