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Mental Health Act 2016
sec.278Giving statement of rights to patients and others
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sec.278 Giving statement of rights to patients and others
After admission of a patient to an authorised mental health service, the administrator of the authorised mental health service must ensure— the statement of rights is explained to the patient; and a copy of the statement of rights is given to the patient, if requested; and a copy of the statement of rights is given to the patient’s nominated support person, family, carers and other support persons, if requested. s 278 amd 2017 No. 3 s 24
- (a) the statement of rights is explained to the patient; and
- (b) a copy of the statement of rights is given to the patient, if requested; and
- (c) a copy of the statement of rights is given to the patient’s nominated support person, family, carers and other support persons, if requested.