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Autonomic dysreflexia — MRCGP AKT MCQ

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A woman with a learning disability needs a blood test. She understands information when it is presented in short sentences but becomes confused by the standard leaflet. What must the clinician do before concluding that she lacks capacity?

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Correct answer: C — Adapt communication to support her decision-making

The best answer is “Adapt communication to support her decision-making”. The Mental Capacity Act requires all practicable support to help a person decide before treating them as unable to do so. Information should be adapted to her communication needs and the assessment remains specific to this decision and time. Diagnosis or difficulty with a standard leaflet does not establish incapacity.

Reference: Mental Capacity Act Code of Practice: https://www.gov.uk/government/publications/mental-capacity-act-code-of-practice