Aid To Capacity bEvaluationb ACE - Joint Centre for Bioethics - jcb utoronto 2026

1. Click ‘Get Form’ to open it in the editor.
2. Begin by entering the patient's name at the top of the form. This is essential for identifying the individual being assessed.
3. Proceed to Section 1, where you will evaluate the patient's understanding of their medical problem. Use open-ended questions and record their responses in the observations field.
4. In Section 2, assess the proposed treatment. Ask questions about what they understand regarding their treatment options and document their answers.
5. Continue to Section 3, focusing on alternatives to the proposed treatment. Ensure that you capture any relevant observations that reflect the patient’s comprehension.
6. In Section 4, evaluate if the patient understands their right to refuse treatment. Record any significant insights from your discussion.
7. Sections 5 and 6 require you to assess appreciation of consequences related to accepting or refusing treatment. Document responses carefully as these are critical for scoring.
8. Finally, review Sections 7a and 7b regarding depression and psychosis. Make sure to note any observations that may influence decision-making capacity.

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