Is Forced Restraint of Minors Acceptable for Non-Life-Threatening Procedures?
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Report By: Dr Paul Baines - SpR Accident & Emergency
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Institution: North Staffordshire Royal Infirmary
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Date Submitted: 1st May 2002
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Last Modified: 1st May 2002
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Status:
Red (incomplete)
Three Part Question
Since the introduction of the Children Act 1989 and more recently The Human Rights Act 1998: In a [non-compliant Gillick-incompetent child requiring treatment for a non-life threatening condition] is [treatment by forced restraint] [legally justifiable if parental consent is obtained]?
