but you leave even though ur not supposed 2?
2006-10-07 03:16:53 · 3 answers · asked by lovely 4 in Health ➔ Other - Health
ok so what if ur a competent adult and they say they wont let you go until they know ur ok would it still be ok 4 u 2 leave? could the hospital be liable?
2006-10-07 03:27:49 · update #1
If you have to come back to the hospital they can refuse to treat you and your insurance can refuse to pay. The usually fill out a form called an AMA (against medical advice) that prevents them from being liable for your actions.
2006-10-07 03:27:23 · answer #1 · answered by tmills883 5 · 0⤊ 0⤋
If you're a 'competent' adult, then nothing is likely to happen. No one can make you stay in hospital/receive treatment.
If you are deemed not competent - ie. not mentally able to make the decision about your health, then if it is felt you require further treatment, the police can be asked to return you to the ward.
If you want to leave early, it is polite to inform the ward staff, and sign a form to say you are leaving AMO - against medical advice. Saves staff the time needed to search for you.
2006-10-07 10:22:40 · answer #2 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋
if your not an adult yet they can come looking for you they know where you live btu yeah call them and tell them you left or else
2006-10-07 10:24:26 · answer #3 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋