When a patient lacks capacity

This section provides information on who can legally make treatment decisions for a person, if they do not have capacity to make the decision. It also contains terminology for substitute decision-making for each jurisdiction.

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Seeking legal advice

The information in this section is aimed primarily at clinicians working within the NSW Health system, for example within Local Health Districts. 
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Margaret's story

Margaret's story appears throughout this resource. It illustrates a series of treatment and care decisions as Margaret approaches end of life, and some related legal issues.
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Test your knowledge

Test your knowledge with a series of questions that cover common end of life scenarios.
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Useful contacts

Useful contacts to key NSW Government agencies.

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Current as at: Tuesday 23 February 2016
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