Legality/Ethics

Question 1

What are the 5 main principles of a Mental Capacity Assessment (NOT 4 elements of capacity)

Answer 1

1. Presume capacity
2. Right for support in + making own decisions
3. Don’t assume lacks capacity if decision unwise
4. If lacks, anything done in their best interests
5. If lacks, explore all options before decision made
   (+ make sure least restrictive)