Summer examination bookings are now closed, we are working to create the examination timetables and dates will be communicated to all learners by 30 April.
1.6.1 Refusal of referral
C1.6.1 In a situation where the patient does not wish to be referred, against your advice, then you should:
- Ensure the patient fully understands why you feel referral is necessary.
- Record within the patients records a detailed account of the injury or condition the patient presented with.
- Record the reason(s) for the patient’s refusal to be referred.
- Obtain the patient’s signature on a declaration (which must be kept within their record) that they have declined referral at this time.