1.
Until the mid 17th century there was little provision for people identified as mad. Their madness was frequently regarded as the result of posunit by the devil or as stemming from moral degeneracy
Correct Answer
A. True
Explanation
Until the mid 17th century, there was a lack of support or care for individuals who were considered mad. Instead of recognizing mental illness as a medical condition, society often attributed it to being possessed by the devil or a consequence of moral decay. This suggests that the statement is true, as there was indeed little provision for those identified as mad during this time period.
2.
The Mental Health Act 2007 confirms the principles of mental health practice under previous legislation, namely
Correct Answer(s)
A. Purpose – decisions must be taken that they minimise the undesirably consequences of mental disorder, by maximising the safety of patients, protecting other people from harm by them and promoting the recovery of patients.
B. Least restriction – whatever action is taken without the consent of patients must restrict their liberty to the least degree necessary to achieve their purpose
C. Respect – recognising the diverse circumstances and needs of patients, not discriminating against them and taking their views and feelings into account when making decisions affecting them
D. Participation – involving patients as far as possible in planning, implementing and reviewing their own treatment and taking due account also of the views of their carers, family members and other people concerned about their wellbeing
E. Effectiveness, efficient and equity – using the resources available in the most effective, efficient and equitable fashion, so as to meet patients’ needs and achieve the intended purpose.
Explanation
The Mental Health Act 2007 outlines the principles of mental health practice, which include minimizing the negative consequences of mental disorder, ensuring the safety of patients, protecting others from harm, and promoting patients' recovery. It also emphasizes the importance of using the least restrictive measures necessary to achieve the intended purpose, respecting the diverse circumstances and needs of patients, involving them in their own treatment planning, and considering the views of their caregivers and family members. Additionally, the Act emphasizes the need for effective, efficient, and equitable use of resources to meet patients' needs and achieve the intended purpose.
3.
The responsibilities of AMHPs (Approved Mental Health Professional ) include
Select six
Correct Answer(s)
A. Making applications for people to receive treatment or be made subject to mental health legislation
C. Assessing the extent to which applications are necessary
D. Informing the closest relatives of patients – AMHPs are required to find out the
E. Providing reports on patients’ social circumstances
F. Preparing reports for Tribunals
G. Providing reports for the after-care of patients.
Explanation
AMHPs have the responsibility of making applications for individuals to receive treatment or be subjected to mental health legislation, assessing the necessity of these applications, informing the closest relatives of patients, providing reports on patients' social circumstances, preparing reports for Tribunals, and providing reports for the after-care of patients. They do not have the responsibility of placing patients or resolving disputes.
4.
By which time were mental hospitals, albeit reluctantly at first, in the newly formed National Health Service?
Correct Answer
B. 1948
Explanation
In 1948, mental hospitals were included in the newly formed National Health Service. This suggests that it was during this year that the government recognized the importance of providing mental healthcare within the public healthcare system. The inclusion of mental hospitals in the National Health Service indicates a shift in attitudes towards mental health and a recognition of the need to provide comprehensive healthcare for all individuals, regardless of their mental health conditions.
5.
By the 1700's the first wave of asylums had emerged, funded from public donation, catering for only the rich
Correct Answer
B. False
Explanation
In the 1700s, the first wave of asylums did emerge, but they were not funded from public donation and did not cater only to the rich. Instead, these asylums were often privately funded and provided care for individuals from various socioeconomic backgrounds. Therefore, the statement that the asylums were funded from public donation and catered only to the rich is false.
6.
The Lunatics Asylums Act 1845 Act handed over the running of the asylums from lay administrators to medical practitioners. The following year saw the first use of the word psychiatry.
Correct Answer
A. True
Explanation
The Lunatics Asylums Act 1845 transferred the responsibility of managing asylums from lay administrators to medical practitioners. This act marked a significant shift in the approach to treating mental illness, recognizing the importance of medical expertise in the care of patients. The use of the word "psychiatry" in the following year further indicates the growing recognition and professionalization of mental health treatment during that time. Therefore, the statement is true.
7.
The public and political anxiety has been replaced the concern for doctors rights with concern for protection of the community." (Moncrieff, 2001.)
Correct Answer
B. False
Explanation
The statement suggests that the concern for doctors' rights has been replaced by the concern for the protection of the community. However, without the "The correct answer is" statement, it is unclear whether this statement is true or false. Therefore, the answer cannot be determined based on the given information.
8.
MIND has fought to promote social inclusion and has succeeded in bringing mental ill health to the attention of the Social Exclusion Unit and the Disability Rights Task Force.
Correct Answer
A. True
Explanation
MIND has successfully advocated for social inclusion and raised awareness about mental ill health to the Social Exclusion Unit and the Disability Rights Task Force. This suggests that the statement is true, as it implies that MIND's efforts have resulted in the recognition and consideration of mental health issues by these important organizations.