From: "Julian Bradley" <[log in to unmask]>
Sent: Sunday, April 04, 2004 9:03 PM
> In summary the law probably doesn't need changing to take account of the
> OOH changes, but for the moment each co-op needs to seek advice and decide
> its own policy?
>
> Is this correct?
I think that's right. Local circs vary. Very important not to confuse the
correct with the expedient. Put yourself in the position of the patient
whose risk is being balanced against his liberty.
If section rec is being done by non sec 12-approved docs who don't know the
patient make sure they cross BOTH bits off the form before signing. Also
ensure they document enough to establish the reasons for their
recommendation since they may well have to justify it later eg use ICD-10 or
DSM criteria.
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Fay
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