mental health act Flashcards
1
Q
what is the 5 criteria for detention under the MHA
A
- (likely) mental disorder
- significantly impaired decision making ability
- detemining treatment required (or giving treatment undr STD + CTO)
- significant risk - them or others
- infomral/voluntary care not appropriate
2
Q
how long does an emergency detention certificate last
A
72hr assessment
3
Q
who can authorise and emergency detention certificate
A
fully registered doctor = FY2 and above
(can ONLY be removed by a senior psychiatrist)
4
Q
how long does a short term detention certificate last
A
28days
5
Q
who can authorise a short term detention certificate
A
senior psychiatrist AND mental health officer
6
Q
how long does a compulsory treatment order last
A
6 months initially but can be applied for a year at a time if needed longer term
7
Q
who can authorise a compulsory treatment order
A
senior psychiatrist AND mental health officer with the approval of special tribunal hearing
(regularly checked by MHA tribunals)
