A 40-year-old man with schizophrenia refuses his depot antipsychotic medication and says he will stop all treatment. He is currently stable and living...

Question

A 40-year-old man with schizophrenia refuses his depot antipsychotic medication and says he will stop all treatment. He is currently stable and living with family. There is no immediate risk to himself or others and he appears to have decision-making capacity. What is the most appropriate course of action?

Accepted Answer

Respect his decision after exploring reasons, providing information and arranging follow-up

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Compulsorily treat him under the Mental Health Act despite no immediate risk

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Inform the police about his non-compliance

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Immediately share all details with his employer

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Ignore his wishes and administer treatment covertly

uk-plab-1 MCQ (SBA): Capacity and consent in mental illness