Mental Health Act

Question 1

How long does a standard temporary treatment order last for?

Answer 1

28 days then review

Question 2

What does CPR stand for in the suicidal patient?

Answer 2

C - Current plan/intent
P - Past history
R - Resources

Question 3

What are the cardinal signs of Neuroleptic malignant syndrrome?

Answer 3

Muscular rigidity
Autonomic symptoms - fever, sweating
Akinesia
Mutism

Question 4

What is neuroleptic malignant syndrome?

Answer 4

A life threatening complication of anti-psychotic medications

Question 5

What is serotonin syndrome?

Answer 5

A life-threatening complication of psychotropic therapy characterised by

• Neurological - myoclonus, nystagmus, headache
• Mental state - Irritability, confusion, agitation
• Other - increased temp, arrhythmia

Question 6

What are the criteria for involuntary status under the MHA?

Answer 6

1. Appears to have a mental illness
2. Imminent risk to self/others
3. Treatment available at gazetted facility
4. Incapable of making informed consent or unwilling to give consent
5. Least restrictive method