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Form ME-943 Statement for Involuntary Medication or Treatment - Wisconsin
What Is Form ME-943?
This is a legal form that was released by the Wisconsin Circuit Court - a government authority operating within Wisconsin. As of today, no separate filing guidelines for the form are provided by the issuing department.
FAQ
Q: What is Form ME-943?A: Form ME-943 is the Statement for Involuntary Medication or Treatment in Wisconsin.
Q: Who uses Form ME-943?A: Form ME-943 is used by healthcare providers and facilities in Wisconsin to document and request involuntary medication or treatment for a patient.
Q: When is Form ME-943 used?A: Form ME-943 is used when a patient is unable to give informed consent for medication or treatment and the provider believes it is necessary to protect the patient's health or safety.
Q: What information is included in Form ME-943?A: Form ME-943 includes the patient's information, details of the specific medication or treatment proposed, and the provider's assessment of the patient's current condition and need for involuntary treatment.
Q: How does Form ME-943 work?A: Form ME-943 is submitted to a judge for review. If the judge determines that the requirements for involuntary medication or treatment are met, they will issue an order authorizing it.
Q: Can a patient refuse involuntary medication or treatment?A: Yes, a patient has the right to refuse involuntary medication or treatment. If they refuse, a legal hearing may be held to determine the best course of action.
Q: Are there any time limits for involuntary medication or treatment?A: Yes, a court order for involuntary medication or treatment generally cannot exceed 30 days, but it can be renewed if necessary.
Q: What happens if a patient's condition improves?A: If a patient's condition improves and they are able to give informed consent, the involuntary medication or treatment can be discontinued.
Q: Are there any alternatives to involuntary medication or treatment?A: Before resorting to involuntary medication or treatment, healthcare providers will typically explore less restrictive alternatives, such as obtaining informed consent or seeking a second opinion.
Form Details:
- Released on February 1, 2016;
- The latest edition provided by the Wisconsin Circuit Court;
- Easy to use and ready to print;
- Quick to customize;
- Compatible with most PDF-viewing applications;
- Fill out the form in our online filing application.
Download a printable version of Form ME-943 by clicking the link below or browse more documents and templates provided by the Wisconsin Circuit Court.
