Aim: To understand the definition of mental capacity and how it plays a vital part within a Health and Social care setting.
Objectives:
By successfully completing this course you will be able to:
- Explain the definition of ‘mental capacity’
- Identify at least 5 different causes of lack of mental capacity and the effects on a day-to-day basis
- Identify and list all five statutory principles
- Explain the process of assessing a person who lacks mental capacity
- Explain the decision process and why working in an individual’s best interest is vital
- Describe the powers and bodies that support the mental capacity act
- Describe the importance of code of practice
- Explain the intentions of the Deprivation of Liberty Safeguards and be familiar with restraints and restrictive practices
Course Duration: 1 to 2 hours.
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Aim: To understand the definition of mental capacity and how it plays a vital part within a Health and Social care setting. Objectives: By successfully completing this course you will be able to:
