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The mental capacity act (2008): code of practice

sumytra menon
The Singapore Family Physician Vol 35 No 3 - Mental Capacity Act and Code of Practice
15 - 18
1 July 2009
0377-5305
This article seeks to outline the key elements of the Code of Practice for General Practitioners (GPs). All GPs should be familiar with the guidance and case studies featured in the Code of Practice. This article is merely a starting point and GPs are encouraged to read the Code and ensure that they comply with its guidance