Question

A 55-year-old man with known schizophrenia is admitted with pneumonia. He tells you that he does not want his psychiatric team informed of his admission. He has capacity to make this decision. According to GMC confidentiality guidance, what is the most appropriate action?

Accepted Answer

Respect his decision and do not contact his psychiatric team unless there is a clear risk of serious harm

Answer

Contact his psychiatric team regardless as it is always in his best interests

Answer

Inform his family so they can decide

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Record nothing in his notes about his wishes

Answer

Automatically share all information with external agencies

Practice question

A 55-year-old man with known schizophrenia is admitted with pneumonia. He tells you that he does not want his psychiatric team informed of his admission. He has capacity to make this decision. According to GMC confidentiality guidance, what is the most appropriate action?