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Mental Capacity Act 2005 code of practice: [2007 final edition]
£14.30
The Mental capacity Act 2005 provides a statutory framework for people who lack the capacity to make decisions for themselves, or for people who want to make provision for a time when they will be unable to make their own decisions. This code of practice, which has statutory force, provides information and guidance about how the Act should work in practice. It explains the principles behind the Act, defines when someone is incapable of making their own decisions and explains what is meant by acting in someone’s best interests. It describes the role of the new Court of Protection and the role of Independent Mental Capacity Advocates and sets out the role of the Public Guardian. It also covers medical treatment and the way disputes can be resolved.
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Additional information
| Publisher | TSO (The Stationery Office) (23 April 2007) |
|---|---|
| Language | English |
| Paperback | 296 pages |
| ISBN-10 | 011703746X |
| ISBN-13 | 978-0117037465 |
| Dimensions | 21.1 x 1.7 x 29.7 cm |
by Peachey
Good quick reference for those with a specific interest in the Mental Capacity Act
by HM
Really helpful tool for my work. The information is simply and clearly presented.
Good value for money.
by Pedro
Magnific and very helpful
by Timeout89
Good condition, quick delivery. Good book for students or newly qualified professionals working with children.
by Ken Bumby
If you are a nurse doctor care home manager I plead with all to purchase this book, it would save time and deliver better a service your patients. Also this should be in every adult social workers bag if it is not why not?
by smartyfun
The Code of Practice is a guide for people on how the Mental Capacity Act 2005 should actually work in practice. It is designed to be used as guidance for anyone who works with or cares for adults who may lack capacity to make decisions.
For certain categories of people, the Code of Practice has statutory importance. In other words, these people must follow the Code or possibly face legal sanctions and this would include healthcare staff, professional carers, police, legal professionals, and others professionally involved with someone who may lack capacity to make decisions.
The Code should also be followed by anyone who is acting as a carer for someone who lacks capacity.
The main criticism that I have for this book is that it is more suited to professional people and paid carers rather than the ordinary person who is trying to do things properly. It is written in a reference text book style which is dull, uninspiring, and quite difficult to read and comprehend. I am a professional healthcare worker, so it should appeal to me and be readily understandable. But I found it confusing and vague.
However, this book is available as a free download from the GOV.UK website, so you can have a look at it and make your mind up whether you think it is worth spending your money on.
I think it is an essential reference for the professional people and carers mentioned above, and should be available in care homes, hospitals and similar places for everyone to have access to ….. including patients and family.
by john langson
Absolutely blown away by how much it’s exactly as described.
by Christine Somers
Hard read but arm yourself with facts, an essential if you have to fight the cause