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Who should document in the medical record when the patient lacks capacity and the reason for appointment of a surrogate?

April 26, 2017appointment DOCUMENT lacks medical patient record surrogate

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Who should document in the medical record when the patient lacks capacity and the reason for appointment of a surrogate?

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The appointment of a surrogate can only be done by a designated physician. The form “Appointment of Surrogate” covers all points that must be documented – documenting that patient lacks capacity and reasons for appointment.