The Mental Capacity Act 2005 Flashcards
1
Q
What is capacity?
A
The ability to do something every day
2
Q
What is the Mental Capacity Act 2005?
A
It protects those that can’t make their own decisions
3
Q
Presumption of Capacity
A
We presume that everyone can make their own decisions until proven otherwise
4
Q
Support to Make Own Decisions
A
Must be given all practicable help before anyone treats them as not being able to make their own decisions
5
Q
Unwise Decisions
A
Not the same as lacking capacity, you may think a decision is unwise but everyone is different
6
Q
Best Interests
A
You must make sure that the decision made is with their best interest, if they lack capacity
7
Q
Less Restrictive Option
A
The option that gives them as much choice and freedom realistically possible
