Nevada § 41A.120 - Consent of patient: When implied
Full text of Nevada Nevada Revised Statutes § 41A.120 — Consent of patient: When implied, with citation guidance and answers to common questions.
§ 41A.120. Consent of patient: When implied
In addition to the provisions of chapter 129 of NRS and any other instances in which a consent is implied or excused by law, a consent
to any medical, surgical or dental procedure will be implied if: 1. In competent medical judgment, the proposed medical, surgical or dental procedure
is reasonably necessary and any delay in performing such a procedure could reasonably
be expected to result in death, disfigurement, impairment of faculties or serious
bodily harm; and 2. A person authorized to consent is not readily available.
Source: official Nevada text · Last verified 2026-08-27
Frequently Asked Questions About Nevada § 41A.120
What does Nevada Revised Statutes § 41A.120 cover?
Section 41A.120 ("Consent of patient: When implied") is part of the Nevada Revised Statutes, the codified statutory law of Nevada. It sets out the legal rule or procedure described in the text above. Statutes are amended regularly, so always verify against the official source.
How do I cite Nevada § 41A.120?
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