72Second psychiatric opinion report

72 Second psychiatric opinion report

(1) A psychiatrist who gives a second psychiatric opinion must prepare a written report that includes—

(a) the psychiatrist's opinion as to whether the criteria for the relevant order apply to the patient (other than a forensic patient); and

(b) the psychiatrist's opinion regarding—

(i) the treatment provided to the patient while subject to the relevant order; and

(ii) any recommended changes to the treatment that the second opinion psychiatrist is satisfied are appropriate in the circumstances.

(2) The psychiatrist must ensure that reasonable steps are taken to give, in a timely manner, a copy of the report prepared under subsection (1) to—

(a) the eligible patient; and

(b) the person who requested the second psychiatric opinion on behalf of the eligible patient; and

(c) the authorised psychiatrist; and

(d) the eligible patient's nominated support person; and

(e) a guardian of the eligible patient; and

(f) a carer of the eligible patient, if the psychiatrist is satisfied that the second opinion will directly affect the carer and the care relationship; and

(g) a parent of the eligible patient, if the eligible patient is under the age of 16 years; and

(h) the DFFH Secretary, if that Secretary has parental responsibility for the eligible patient under a relevant child protection order.