General - Capacity, the MCA and DOLs Flashcards
What is assessed in the 1st stage of a capacity assessment?
Does the person have an impairment of their mind or brain, whether as a result of an illness, or external factors
In the 2nd stage of a capacity assessment, what are the 4 criteria a patient needs to meet to demonstrate capacity to make a decision?
- Understand the decision
- Retain the information long enough to make the decision
- Weigh up the pros and cons
- Communicate their decision
What is lasting power of attorney?
When a person legally nominates a person of their choice to make decisions on their behalf if they lack mental capacity. LPA only comes into effect if the patient lacks the capacity to decide for themselves
What is Deprivation of liberty safeguards (DoLS)?
An application made by a hospital or care home for patients who lack capacity to allow them to provide care and treatment. Whilst in hospital, or a care home, the patient is under control and is not able to leave
