7[F1(1)] Regard is had to the importance of providing the optimum benefit to the patient's health and wellbeing. S
[F2(2)Sub-paragraph (1) does not apply in relation to the exercise of functions conferred by the 2021 Act.]
Textual Amendments
F1Sch. para. 7 renumbered as sch. para. 7(1) (1.4.2022) by Forensic Medical Services (Victims of Sexual Offences) (Scotland) Act 2021 (asp 3), s. 20(2), sch. para. 4(5)(a)(i) (with s. 3); S.S.I. 2022/24, reg. 2
F2Sch. para. 7(2) inserted (1.4.2022) by Forensic Medical Services (Victims of Sexual Offences) (Scotland) Act 2021 (asp 3), s. 20(2), sch. para. 4(5)(a)(ii) (with s. 3); S.S.I. 2022/24, reg. 2
Commencement Information
I1Sch. para. 7 in force at 1.4.2012 by S.S.I. 2012/35, art. 2(a)
[F37A(1)Regard is to be had to the importance of providing health care in a way that seeks to avoid re-traumatisation and is otherwise trauma-informed.S
(2)Sub-paragraph (1) applies only in relation to the exercise of functions conferred by section 1 of the 2021 Act.]
Textual Amendments
F3Sch. para. 7A inserted (1.4.2022) by Forensic Medical Services (Victims of Sexual Offences) (Scotland) Act 2021 (asp 3), ss. 10(2), 20(2) (with s. 3); S.S.I. 2022/24, reg. 2
8SThe range of options available in the patient's case is considered.
Commencement Information
I2Sch. para. 8 in force at 1.4.2012 by S.S.I. 2012/35, art. 2(a)
9SHealth care is based on current recognised clinical guidance.
Commencement Information
I3Sch. para. 9 in force at 1.4.2012 by S.S.I. 2012/35, art. 2(a)
10SNo avoidable harm or injury is to be caused to the patient by the health care provided.
Commencement Information
I4Sch. para. 10 in force at 1.4.2012 by S.S.I. 2012/35, art. 2(a)
11SPatients are cared for in an appropriate environment which is as clean and safe as is reasonably possible.
Commencement Information
I5Sch. para. 11 in force at 1.4.2012 by S.S.I. 2012/35, art. 2(a)