BIA Recall Day Review

Name the article of the ECHR that was breached which led to the Mental Capacity Act 2005 and DoLS.

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The Mental Capacity Act 2005 applies to anyone aged 18 and above.

• True

• False

List the 5 principles of the Mental Capacity Act 2005.

What Section of the Mental Capacity Act 2005 defines a lack of mental capacity?

In completing determining best interest a check list is used. Where is it found?

Explain in your own words what is meant by 'balance sheet'?

List the legal steps you will take before making decisions for another person.

According to the relevant legislation a mental capacity assessment is done in stages. Write the stages in order as per legislation.

Describe briefly how you will determine someone is able or not able to make a decision.

Decisions under the MCA 2005 are made on the basis of ........

• the least shadow of a doubt

• a balance of probabilities