Incapacity Flashcards
1
Q
What is incapacity?
A
The inability of an adult to enter into legally binding contracts
2
Q
How is incapacity assessed?
A
AMCUR
Acting
Making a decision
Communicating decision
Understanding decision
Retaining the memory of decision
3
Q
What are the principles of AWI act?
A
Benefit
Minimum necessary intervention
Take account of the wishes of the adult
Consultation with relevant others
Encourage the adult to exercise ‘residual capacity’