For written consent for surgery the DH (2002) have
produced four versions of the standard consent form
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Form 1
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For competent adults. Legally competent children
and young people (16-17 years) consenting to treatment may also
sign the 'adult' form 1, but may like a parent to countersign as
well.
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Form 2
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For parental consent for a child or young person,
although the child may also sign this form.
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Form 3
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For cases where it is envisaged that the patient
will remain alert throughout the procedure and no anaesthetist will
be involved in their care.
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Form 4
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For adult patients unable to consent to
investigations and treatment.
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