Collier, A., Ghosh, S., Dowie, A., Walsh, K. and O'Leary, C.P. (2008) HIV testing in dementia: clinical, ethical and patient safety implications. British Journal of Hospital Medicine, 69(9), pp. 500-503.
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Abstract
This article presents patient safety issues along with the professional and ethical challenges in relation to UK guidelines on HIV testing in patients who are incapacitated as a result of dementia. Current protocols are designed to protect the patient, but may have undesirable consequences for patients, carers and doctors.
| Item Type: | Articles |
|---|---|
| Status: | Published |
| Refereed: | Yes |
| Glasgow Author(s) Enlighten ID: | O'Leary, Dr Colin and Dowie, Professor Al and Collier, Dr David Andrew |
| Authors: | Collier, A., Ghosh, S., Dowie, A., Walsh, K., and O'Leary, C.P. |
| College/School: | College of Medical Veterinary and Life Sciences |
| Journal Name: | British Journal of Hospital Medicine |
| ISSN: | 1750-8460 |
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