title: Informed consent? A child's right to autonomy.
abstract: There is a need for legal clarification of the concept of informed consent in minors. Paediatric nurses need to take a more active role in advocating for the 'Gillick competent' minor. The concept of informed consent continues to provide challenges for practice in paediatric nursing. Informed willing consent in 'Gillick competent' minors requires working effectively in partnership with the child, family and multidisciplinary team.
authors.affiliation: St Bartholomew School of Nursing and Midwifery, City University, London, United Kingdom.
authors.forename: C
authors.initials: C
authors.lastname: Drake
mesh_terms: D002648:Child; D004993:Ethics, Nursing; D006801:Humans; D007258:Informed Consent / Q000331:legislation & jurisprudence; D010344:Patient Advocacy; D010371:Pediatric Nursing; D026684:Personal Autonomy