When can a recipient legally refuse a prescribed treatment or medication?

• A. They may refuse at any time without being informed of risks and alternatives.
• B. They may refuse only if the clinician agrees.
• C. They may refuse only if their treatment would cause harm.
• D. They may refuse if they have the capacity to refuse and after being informed of risks, benefits, and alternatives, unless a surrogate decision-maker or court order provides otherwise.

Answer: (D)