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  1. www.cno.org › Practice-Standards › 41020_consentPractice Guideline - Consent - CNO

    This practice guideline provides an overview of the major features of the legislation, pertinent definitions and the steps nurses need to take to obtain consent. It does not address consent under the Mental Health Act. It also does not address consent for medical assistance in dying.

  2. settlement.org › ontario › healthWhat are my rights as a patient? - Settlement.Org

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    In general, as a patient, you have a right to: 1. Receive safe and proper care. 2. Give or refuse consent for any procedure, and for any reason. 3. Have a medical professional clearly explain health problems and treatments to you. 4. Participate in health care decisions. 5. Ask questions and express concerns. 6. Request a second opinion; within rea...

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    If a health care professional violates your rights, you can complain to the appropriate regulatory organization. For example, if your doctor refuses to give you your medical records, you can complain to the Information and Privacy Commissioner. If you believe your doctor acted unprofessionally, you can complain to the College of Physicians and Surg...

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    Home Care Bill of Rights- This booklet explains your rights if you get home care, such as nursing, social work, home-making or other help in your home. From CLEO (Community Legal Education Ontario).
    What are Your Rights as a Psychiatric Patient?- This webpage has information about the rights of mental health patients. From the Psychiatric Patient Advocate Office.
    Medical Records- The official policy that physicians must follow with regards to patients' health records. It states that physicians are obligated to show patients their medical records and transfe...
    Health Services in Your Community- A list of health-related organizations in Ontario. From the Ministry of Health and Long-Term Care.

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  3. legalrightsforyouth.ca › medical-rights › consentConsent and Confidentiality | Legal Rights for Youth

    You might have to sign a consent form. You can normally get medical treatment without your parents’ or guardian’s knowledge or consent for things like: Birth control; Abortion; Mental health problems; Sexually transmitted diseases; Alcohol and drug addiction problems; Will my parents find out?

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  5. www.cno.org › learning-modules › consentChapter 2 - Obtaining consent - CNO

    Nurses have professional and legal obligations for obtaining consent. The College's Consent practice guideline provides an overview of the major features of the relevant legislation, pertinent definitions and the steps that nurses need to take to obtain consent.

  6. www.cno.org › obtaining-informed-consentObtaining informed consent - CNO

    However, nurses have ethical and professional accountabilities to ensure the patient is fully informed and capable of giving consent. Nurses should ask patients if they understand what it is they are consenting to and if their questions about the proposed treatment have been answered.

  7. ontariocaregiver.ca › wp-content › uploadsUNDERSTANDING HEALTH PRIVACY AND CONSENT IN ONTARIO

    FAQs on Privacy and Consent for Caregivers Supporting Someone Incapable of Making Their Own Decisions This includes caregivers supporting: unconscious patients; patients with advanced dementia or cognitive impairment; patients with significant developmental disabilities or intellectual limitations;

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  9. www.legalline.ca › legal-answers › consenting-orConsenting or refusing health treatment - Legal Line

    If a health professional provides treatment to you without your consent, you can register a complaint by calling their professional organization. In serious cases, such as medical malpractice, you may want to consult a lawyer about your right to sue.