True or False Safeguarding/ Capacity Questions

Question 1

Strokes can cause a capacity issue

Answer 1

True

Question 2

Young adults and children with learning disabilities may require SEN

Answer 2

True

Question 3

50% of patients who are diagnosed with epilepsy have a leaning difficulty

Answer 3

False

Question 4

Amongst healthcare professionals, adherence with Mental Capacity Act is wise when dealing with individuals who suffer with learning difficulties.

Answer 4

True

Question 5

DOLs applies to 18 years and above and is a section of the Mental Health Capacity Act 2005

Answer 5

True

Question 6

People who live in residential supported living have a lack of mental capacity

Answer 6

False

Question 7

People with learning disabilities have the same rights and freedoms as people with out.

Answer 7

True

Question 8

Which of the following are safe guarding balances?

a) The right to be safe, informed and have their well-being promoted
b) The right to be empowered, safe and protected
c) The right to be supported, informed and protected
d) The right to be cared for, safeguarded and supported

Answer 8

A

Question 9

People who live with profound learning disability may require 24hr care

Answer 9

True

Question 10

A patient is not allowed to make a decision about their care, regardless of capacity, if it leads to premature death

Answer 10

False

Question 11

There are 6 principles of the MCA? T/F

Answer 11

False (5)

Question 12

Which of the following are NOT PREVENT strategies

a) Accountability
b) Prevention
c) Empowerment
d) Accessibility

Answer 12

A and D

Question 13

A child safeguarding referral is completed when the person is

a) Under 16 years of age
b) Under 18 years of age

Answer 13

B

Question 14

A parent should give consent for treatment, for any child under the age of 18.

Answer 14

False