A8 - Providing Person-Centred Care Flashcards
1
Q
What is the purpose of the Mental Capacity Act 2005?
A
To safeguard and support individuals over the age of 16, who may lack the mental capacity to make their own choices about their own treatments or care.
2
Q
What are the key principles of the Care Act 2014?
A
- Empowerment
- Protection
- Prevention
- Proportionality
- Partnership
- Accountability