Public Health and Equality Laws Quiz
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Which of the following is NOT a characteristic protected under the Equality Act 2010?

  • Marital status
  • Gender re-assignment
  • Intelligence (correct)
  • Sexual orientation

    • The Mental Capacity Act 2005 assumes that every adult has the right to make their own decisions unless proven otherwise.

    True

    What are the five statutory principles of the Mental Capacity Act?

    Capacity, Support, Unwise decisions, Best interests, Less restrictive option

    The Equality Act 2010 prohibits discrimination in education, employment, and access to __________.

    <p>goods and services</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Match the following descriptions with their corresponding Acts:

    <p>Equality Act 2010 = Prohibits discrimination and promotes equality Mental Capacity Act 2005 = Ensures individuals can make their own decisions Care Act 2014 = Focuses on adult care and support Health and Care Act 2012 = Reforms the NHS and healthcare services</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which organization replaced primary care trusts in England?

    <p>Clinical Commissioning Groups</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Health and well-being boards are solely responsible for hospital care.

    <p>False</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the main focus of Public Health England (PHE)?

    <p>Prevention and population health improvement</p> Signup and view all the answers

    The __________ Act 2010 makes it illegal to discriminate against someone based on a protected characteristic.

    <p>Equality</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Match the following organizations with their primary function:

    <p>Healthwatch = Protect interests of service users Care Quality Commission = Monitoring quality of care Public Health England = Public health services and prevention Clinical Commissioning Groups = Commissioning health services</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which of the following is NOT included in the responsibilities of Clinical Commissioning Groups?

    <p>Public health vaccinations</p> Signup and view all the answers

    The Care Quality Commission (CQC) is responsible for regulating child welfare in England.

    <p>False</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the role of Healthwatch England (HWE)?

    <p>To protect service user interests and provide information and advice regarding health services.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which of the following is not a duty of Local Authorities under the Care Act 2014?

    <p>Determine which hospitals to build</p> Signup and view all the answers

    The Care Act 2014 requires Local Authorities to promote an individual's personal dignity.

    <p>True</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What must a Local Authority do when a client moves to a different geographical area?

    <p>Provide continuity of care.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Under the Care Act 2014, an independent advocate is provided to facilitate the involvement of an adult or _____ who is the subject of an assessment.

    <p>carer</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Match the following obligations of Local Authorities with their descriptions:

    <p>Carry out needs assessments = To determine eligibility for support Promote wellbeing = To ensure personal dignity and protection Child’s Needs Assessments = For young individuals needing future care Safeguarding Adults Boards = To prevent abuse and neglect</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is a key principle of the Health and Care Act 2012?

    <p>Greater control for service users</p> Signup and view all the answers

    The phrase 'No decision about me without me' emphasizes service users' lack of involvement in their treatment plans.

    <p>False</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What must Local Authorities guarantee regarding preventative services under the Care Act 2014?

    <p>They must help reduce or delay the development of care and support needs.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the primary purpose of the Equality Act 2010?

    <p>To prohibit discrimination in various areas</p> Signup and view all the answers

    The Mental Capacity Act 2005 assumes that every adult lacks the capacity to make their own decisions.

    <p>False</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Under the Equality Act 2010, discrimination by __________ is prohibited.

    <p>association</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Match the following protected characteristics with their descriptions:

    <p>Age = Refers to the age of a person Disability = Covers physical and mental impairments Race = Includes ethnic or national origin Sex = Refers to the biological classification as male or female</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which group is responsible for commissioning most health services in England?

    <p>Clinical Commissioning Groups</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Health and well-being boards are formed solely of health commissioners.

    <p>False</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Match the organizations with their primary functions:

    <p>Healthwatch England = Protect interests of service users Care Quality Commission = Monitor quality of care Public Health England = Focus on prevention Clinical Commissioning Groups = Commission health services</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which of the following is NOT a responsibility of Healthwatch England?

    <p>Monitoring the quality of care</p> Signup and view all the answers

    The Care Quality Commission (CQC) is responsible for regulating adult social care in England.

    <p>True</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What does the phrase 'No decision about me without me' emphasize?

    <p>Service users' involvement in decisions about their treatment.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    The Care Act 2014 includes a duty for Local Authorities to provide an independent advocate for assessments.

    <p>True</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What principle guides the treatment of service users in the Health and Care Act 2012?

    <p>No decision about me without me</p> Signup and view all the answers

    The Care Act 2014 requires an assessment of __________ needs for young people likely to require care after age 18.

    <p>Child's</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Match the following aspects of wellbeing with their descriptions:

    <p>Personal dignity = Respecting individuals' identities and choices Protection from abuse = Ensuring safety and security for all Physical and mental health = Supporting overall health and wellness Social and economic wellbeing = Facilitating community engagement and economic support</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is a key component of the Care Act 2014 regarding continuity of care?

    <p>A client must not experience any gap in care when moving</p> Signup and view all the answers

    The Health and Care Act 2012 abolished clinical commissioning groups.

    <p>False</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What responsibility is included under adult safeguarding in the Care Act 2014?

    <p>Responsibility for inquiries into cases of abuse and neglect</p> Signup and view all the answers

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