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The GMC's expectations on relationships with patients
Time to read article: 4 mins
Around 7% of allegations heard at fitness-to-practise hearings in 2011 were with regards to relationships with patients. As a doctor’s profession is defined by the duty of care to patients, it follows that standards of professionalism are entwined with the strength of the relationship between doctor and patient.
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Dealing with non-compliant patients - Scotland
Time to read article: 2 mins
“Respect for the autonomous choices of persons runs as deep in common morality as any principle.” – TL Beauchamp and JF Childress, Principles of Biomedical Ethics (2001)
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Removing patients from the practice list - Northern Ireland
Time to read article: 3 mins
Removing patients from the practice list is an emotive issue, risking criticism from bodies such as the Northern Ireland Ombudsman, the General Medical Council (GMC) and the media and should only be used after careful consideration and as a last resort.
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'Disruptive' patients more likely to cause GP misdiagnosis
Time to read article: 2 mins
According to a recent study, patients displaying ‘difficult’ behaviour increase GPs’ risk of getting a diagnosis wrong. Kirsty Plowman reports
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Ask the expert – requests for medical records by police
Time to read article: 2 mins
A common dilemma on the advice line is requests for medical records by the police or social services. Senior Medicolegal Adviser Dr Pallavi Bradshaw shares her advice
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Making audio and visual recordings of patients - Wales
Time to read article: 4 mins
Making and using audio and visual recordings of patients can benefit medical training, research and treatment. However, it poses risks for doctors regarding consent and confidentiality.
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Needlestick injuries
Time to read article: 4 mins
Needlestick injuries can be classified as any piercing wound caused by a hypodermic needle, or by other sharp instruments or objects such as scalpels, mounted needles, broken glassware, etc.
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Removing patients from the practice list - England
Time to read article: 3 mins
Removing patients from the practice list is an emotive issue, risking criticism from bodies such as the Parliamentary and Health Service Ombudsman, the GMC and the media and should only be used as a last resort.
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Safeguarding adults - Wales
Time to read article: 3 mins
The Care Act (2014) sets out the framework for local authorities to use (alongside health and social services)to protect adults considered at risk from abuse or neglect.
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