Sectioning under the Mental Health Act Flashcards
What does a Section 2 allow?
- Admission for assessment
- Can give treatment against a patient’s wishes
How long does a Section 2 last for and can it be renewed?
28 days non-renewable
Who can request a Section 2?
An Approved Mental Health Professional (AMHP) on the recommendation of 2 doctors
What does a Section 3 allow?
- Admission for treatment
- Treatment can be given against a patient’s wishes
How long does a Section 3 last for and can it be renewed?
6 months - renewable
Who can request a Section 3?
An AMHP along with 2 doctors, all of whom must have seen the patient within the last 24 hours
What is a Section 4 and when is it used?
It’s an assessment order used as an emergency section when a Section 2 would take too long
How long does a Section 4 last for?
72 hours
Who can request a Section 4?
GPs or AMHPs
What can Sections 5(2) and 5(4) do?
Detain a patient who is voluntarily in hospital
Who can request a Section 5(2)?
A doctor
How long does a Section 5(2) last for?
72 hours
Who can request a Section 5(4)?
A nurse
How long does a Section 5(4) last for?
6 hours
What is a Section 17a?
Community treatment order
When is a Section 17a used?
To recall a patient to hospital from the community for treatment if they’re not complying with their conditions e.g. not taking medications
What is a Section 135 used for and who by?
Used by police to enter a private property and remove a person to a place of safety
What is a Section 136 used for and who by?
Used by police to remove a person from a public place to a place a safety
Which Section allows for a 28 day hold for assessment?
Section 2
Which Section allows for a 6 month hold for treatment?
Section 3
Which is the emergency 72 hour assessment Section?
Section 4
Which is the 72 hour doctor holding power Section?
Section 5(2)
Which is the 6 hour nurse holding power Section?
Section 5(4)
Which is the community treatment order Section?
Section 17a
Which Section allows police to enter a private property?
Section 135
Which Section allows police to remove someone from a public place?
Section 136
Which Sections can be done outside of a hospital environment (includes A&E)?
Section 2, 3, 4, 17a, 135, 136
