Iowa HSB653 establishes procedures for care facility placement decisions for adults unable to consent.
Iowa HSB653 outlines the process for care facility placement decisions when an adult patient is unable to consent. The bill defines "authorized representative" and "person authorized to consent" as individuals who can make decisions on behalf of the patient. It allows a care facility or attending physician to petition a court for placement if an authorized representative or person authorized to consent cannot be located despite good-faith efforts.
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