MCA + DOLS Flashcards
1
Q
MCA stand for?
A
Mental Capacity Act
2
Q
DOLS stand for
A
Deprivation of Liberty Safeguards
3
Q
when did the MCA come into practice?
A
2005
4
Q
when did the DOLS come into practice?
A
2009
5
Q
what is the MCA?
A
a framework for assessing the mental ability of an individual and making a decision in their best interests
6
Q
what is the DOLS?
A
a procedure prescribed in law when it is necessary to deprive a person of their liberty in order to keep them safe
7
Q
what are the benefits of the MCA?
A
it supports decision making
best interests are withheld
promotes prior planning ahead
8
Q
what are the 6 assessments for DOLS?
A
AGE +18 Mental capacity No refusals Mental health Eligibility Best interests
9
Q
can you name the main 7 types of safeguarding?
A
physical emotional/psychological sexual neglect financial discrimination organisational
