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A practical guide to the Mental Capacity Act 2005
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- Book Synopsis
- This book provides a theory-to-practice breakdown of the Mental Capacity Act 2005 and what its implications are for health and social care workers. Informative and accessible, it provides a clear depiction of the ethos behind the Act and offers instruction for its effective, lawful and person-centred application. This practical guide describes how to assess capacity and what a good assessment of capacity should look like, how to deal with conflicts and dilemmas, and the role of legal authority in decision-making. A Practical Guide to the Mental Capacity Act 2005 is an invaluable resource for any health and social care professionals working with individuals who lack decision-making capacity.
- About The Author
- Matthew Graham MSc is Senior Lecturer in Social Work in the School of Social Work, Care and Community at the University of Central Lancashire. He is a registered social worker.
- Product Details
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- ISBN
- 9781849055208
- Format
- Paperback
- Publisher
- Jessica Kingsley Publishers, (21 May 2015)
- Number of Pages
- 192
- Weight
- 292 grams
- Language
- English
- Dimensions
- 236 x 154 x 20 mm
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