How to assess mental capacity in the Republic of Ireland

Assessing a patient’s capacity is essential if their ability to make a decision is in question.

Dr Clare Sweeney

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Dr Clare Sweeney
MDU medico-legal adviser

Clare graduated from Queen's University in Belfast in 1990 and trained as a GP. Before joining the MDU she worked as a GP partner for over 20 years. She completed a Master's Degree in Medical Law in 2014. Clare has a special interest in the legal and ethical aspects of end of life care.

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