Who of these must be present for a Section 2 Mental Health Act assessment of a new patient to take place?
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The question is asking which individuals must be present for a Section 2 Mental Health Act assessment of a new patient. This involves understanding the legal requirements for the presence of certain professionals during such assessments.
Answer
B and C
The final answer is B and C
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The final answer is B and C
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For a Section 2 Mental Health Act assessment, one doctor must be Section 12 approved and an Approved Mental Health Professional (AMHP) must be present.
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A common mistake is assuming a relative must be present, but their involvement is not a requirement for the assessment.
Sources
- Section 2 - Mental Health Act - Cygnet - cygnetgroup.com
- section 2 MHA | Dementia Support Forum - Alzheimer's Society - forum.alzheimers.org.uk
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