Psychiatry Flashcards
1
Q
emergency detention
describe it
A
can only be used where Short term detention would delay too much
can be done by FY2 and above
only allows for assessment not treatment
valid for 72 hours (to allow for STD to be put in place)
no right of appeal
2
Q
short term detention
A
allows for treatment
valid for 28 days
approved practitioner and MHO
allows for treatment and assessment
can be appealed
can be extended by 3 days
3
Q
explained CTO
A
initially 6 months then renewed yearly
approved practitioner and MHO
allows for treatment and assessment
mandatory tribunal
4
Q
suicide risk assessment
A
