20th July 2023

You are looking after a 78-year-old-man with vascular dementia who has been admitted following a fall.

You are looking after a 78-year-old-man with vascular dementia who has been admitted following a fall. He is medically fit for discharge, and he wishes to return home. However, the multi-disciplinary team feel it would be safer for him to be discharged to a care home.

Which of the following is not required for this patient to demonstrate they have capacity?

Select the SINGLE most appropriate option from the list below. Select ONE option only.