Appendix A
Community Alcohol & Drug Services
(CADS) - Auckland
Client name:
DOB: NHI:
Auckland Opioid Treatment Service
Client Consent to and Terms of
Opioid Substitution Treatment
I have received information on my rights and responsibilities as a client and about how my health
information is collected and used and have had an opportunity to discuss this.
(Initial)
I have read the information explaining the risks and benefits of ………………………………
as an opioid substitution treatment provided by Auckland Opioid Treatment Service (AOTS). I am
aware that the risks of taking opioid substitution treatment may include:
effects on the foetus during pregnancy
interaction with alcohol and other drugs
driving and operating of heavy machinery when my dose is being increased
risks of overdose
effects on the heart
I have had an opportunity to discuss this information with …………………………………….
(keyworker).
(Initial)
I understand that I will become physically dependent on the above opioid substitution treatment.
If abruptly discontinued, withdrawal symptoms will result.
(Initial)
I understand and agree that my photograph will be taken and stored electronically for printing on
documents where identification is necessary, such as pharmacy letters.
(Initial)
I need to:
Provide AOTS with my current residential address and telephone number and notify AOTS of any
changes to this
(Initial)
Attend appointments and treatment reviews, the frequency of which will be determined by
clinical need, with:
My key worker, and,
The AOTS doctor (or General Practitioner, if in Shared Care)
Not attending these may lead to the service reviewing my treatment.
(Initial)
Be reassessed by the doctor before a dose can be administered if I have missed consuming three
or more consecutive doses.
(Initial)
Complete diagnostic tests as required (e.g. urinalysis / blood tests).
Advise AOTS (or ask someone to do so) if possible, if I am hospitalised
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Community Alcohol & Drug Services
(CADS) - Auckland
Client name:
DOB: NHI:
I understand that:
My GP, pharmacist and the service will need to liaise and exchange information relevant to my
opioid substitution treatment
(Initial)
If I appear to be intoxicated, my dose may be withheld for reasons of safety.
(Initial)
AOTS may initiate my withdrawal from treatment if indicated, for instance:
If it is considered to be medically unsafe for me (e.g. significant overdose or intoxication)
or if OST appears ineffective for me
If I do not maintain safety requirements at AOTS (e.g. diversion, not attending medical
appointments regularly)
If my use/misuse of OST is a risk to others (e.g. supplying others with my OST)
If I pose a threat to other’s safety (e.g. if I threaten or attempt to intimidate staff)
(Initial)
I understand that I will move to Shared Care when indicated by the Service, at which time my GP
will begin to prescribe my treatment whilst AOTS remains available to support me.
(Initial)
These terms may from time to time be reviewed in line with Ministry of Health guidelines and
protocols and as service policy changes. I understand that AOTS has a client pathway which I am
entitled to read for comprehensive understanding of AOTS treatment.
(Initial)
Client consent
Having understood the above, I agree to accept the terms of opioid substitution treatment from AOTS.
Signature:
..................................................................................... Date: ................................................
Print full name:
.............................................................................................. Date of birth: ..............................
Clinician
Keyworker / doctor’s signature:
Date:
Print full name:
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