MH Act + Sectioning

Question 1

When is the MH used in

Answer 1

Sectioning for those not wanting to be admitted voluntarly + risk to others / themselves

Question 2

Section 2?

is it renewable?

Answer 2

28 day admission for assessment

Non renewable

Question 3

Section 3?

Is it renewable

Answer 3

6 months of treatment

renewable

Question 4

Section 4

Answer 4

Typically A+E use for 72 hours admission which normally progresses to section 2

Question 5

Section 5 (2)

Answer 5

72 hours detain of inpatients

Question 6

Section 135

Answer 6

Police move Pt from home to hospital

Question 7

Section 136

Answer 7

Police move pt from public to hospital