A 72-year-old man with known dementia is admitted with sepsis. He lacks capacity to consent to treatment. There is no lasting power of attorney. According to the Mental Capacity Act and GMC guidance, how should decisions about his treatment be made?ABy his next of kin, who has legal authorityBBy the consultant alone, without considering family viewsCIn his best interests, taking into account his past and present wishes and consulting those close to himDBy the hospital managerEBy applying to the court for every treatment decisionCheck my answer