Asking for your permission
![A woman gives a thumbs-up next to a green tick symbol to say yes](/sites/default/files/styles/easy_read_card_scale/public/2022-04/Yes-easy-read_0.png?itok=e9h9K02M)
The nurses and doctors at our hospitals will always ask for your permission before they treat you
![A man holds out his hand with his palm facing outwards and a stern look on his face](/sites/default/files/styles/easy_read_card_scale/public/2022-04/No-permission-easy-read.png?itok=6jiOGaad)
Remember, you can say no to any treatment that is offered to you
![A woman gently holds her chin and looks thoughtful, like she is trying to make a decision. A thought bubble above her head has a tick and a cross in it.](/sites/default/files/styles/easy_read_card_scale/public/2022-04/Weigh-up-risk-easy-read.png?itok=HnqslEWh)
If you said yes to something before, you can change your mind
You can still say no
![A woman holds up a finger to ask a question. A thought bubble and question mark are above her head](/sites/default/files/styles/easy_read_card_scale/public/2022-04/Question-easy-read.png?itok=C85setJb)
It's important you understand what this means for your illness
You can ask your doctors and nurses questions
![A man holds a booklet with the words 'easy read' on the cover](/sites/default/files/styles/easy_read_card_scale/public/2022-04/Easy-read-information-booklet.png?itok=fF9sobpy)
You can ask for easy read information to help you choose
![A woman holds up a form with a green tick and the word 'consent' on the cover. She is smiling and giving a thumbs-up](/sites/default/files/styles/easy_read_card_scale/public/2022-04/Consent-form-easy-read.png?itok=ZK0sf2sE)
The choice is yours
Last updated: April 2022