Question

A 60-year-old with suspected dementia is deemed to lack capacity. According to the Mental Capacity Act, decisions should be made based on which principle?

Accepted Answer

Best interests of the patient

Answer

Doctor's financial interests

Answer

Family's wishes override everything

Answer

Refuse all treatment

Answer

Patient's capacity can never be regained

Practice question

A 60-year-old with suspected dementia is deemed to lack capacity. According to the Mental Capacity Act, decisions should be made based on which principle?