Mental Health

Question 1

Definition of mental disability

Answer 1

relation to any person, means an abnormal state of mind. Poses a danger to themselves or others.

Question 2

Definition of Restricted patient

Answer 2

These are patients who are subject to a compulsory treatment order but are considered to present a danger to the public.

Question 3

Definition of Special patient

Answer 3

These are patients who are detained by way of a court order if they are found to be criminally insane or unfit to plead. The category also includes people on remand for a psychiatric report.

Question 4

Definition of a DAO

Answer 4

Duly Authorized Officers are qualified nurses who have specialized in the area of mental health and then received further training on an ongoing basis

Question 5

Section 41 MHA

Answer 5

Assist DAO,

Enter, detain and transport. DAO must be present for transport

Question 6

Section 110

Answer 6

Assist Doctor

Enter, Detain and Transport. DR must be present