Question

A 45-year-old man with presumed capacity refuses life-saving surgery despite being fully informed of the consequences. According to UK law, what principle applies here?

Accepted Answer

Respect for autonomy allows him to refuse treatment

Answer

The principle of implied consent

Answer

Best interests principle

Answer

He lacks capacity by default of refusing treatment

Answer

Application of mental health legislation to override refusal

Practice question

A 45-year-old man with presumed capacity refuses life-saving surgery despite being fully informed of the consequences. According to UK law, what principle applies here?