Legal Rights and Responsibilities in Dementia Care: Online Learning Quizzes

Question 1

Under the Mental Capacity Act, which of the following individuals has the legal responsibility to make decisions on behalf of someone with dementia when they lack capacity?

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The legal guardian appointed by the court

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The nearest relative

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The treating physician

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The social worker

Question 2

What is the main role of an appointed advocate?

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To provide support, advice, and assistance to the person

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To represent the person in legal proceedings

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To make decisions on behalf of the person

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To investigate complaints on behalf of the person

Question 3

What is the most common type of dementia?

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Alzheimer's disease

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Vascular dementia

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Lewy body dementia

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Frontotemporal dementia

Question 4

What is the primary role of a Lasting Power of Attorney for Health and Welfare?

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To make decisions on behalf of a person who lacks capacity

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To provide support to the person in making decisions

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To ensure that the person's wishes are respected

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To report any concerns about the person's well-being

Question 5

Which of the following is **not** an example of a safeguarding concern?

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Providing excellent care

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Physical abuse

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Emotional abuse

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Financial abuse

Question 6

When reporting a safeguarding concern, what is the **first** step to take?

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Contact the local authority safeguarding team

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Contact the individual's GP

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Contact the police

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Discuss it with colleagues

Question 7

Which of the following is **not** a key principle of the Mental Capacity Act?

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Substitute decision-making

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Presumption of capacity

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Best interests

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Least restrictive option

Question 8

Which of the following **should not** be considered when making a best interests decision?

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The opinion of the decision-maker

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The person's wishes and feelings

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The person's beliefs and values

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The person's current needs

Question 9

According to the Mental Capacity Act, which of the following is NOT a legal right for individuals with dementia?

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Vote in elections

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Make decisions about their own care and treatment

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Be treated with dignity and respect

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Access information about their condition

Question 10

Which of the following is NOT a way to support a person with dementia to make decisions?

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Pressuring them to make a decision.

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Providing clear and simple information.

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Using a visual timetable.

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Offering choices

Question 11

When should a concern about abuse or neglect be reported?

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Immediately

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Within 24 hours

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When you have gathered all the evidence.

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Only if you are certain the abuse is happening.

Question 12

Which of the following is NOT a legal requirement under the MCA for professionals working with individuals lacking capacity?

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Providing information about the MCA to the individual and their family

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Assessing the individual's capacity to make a specific decision

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Documenting any decisions made on their behalf

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Consulting with independent healthcare or legal professionals when appropriate

Question 13

In dementia care, what is a key role of advocacy in safeguarding individuals' legal rights?

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Ensuring that individuals' wishes and preferences are respected

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Providing legal advice in court cases

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Managing individuals' finances

Question 14

In determining a person's best interests under the Mental Capacity Act, which factor should carry the most weight?

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Their wishes and preferences

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Their physical and mental health

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The opinion of their family or healthcare professional

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The cost of care

Question 15

The legal framework surrounding dementia care in the UK is primarily based on which piece of legislation?

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Mental Capacity Act

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Care Act

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Human Rights Act

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Equality Act

Question 16

Which of the following is NOT a fundamental principle of the Mental Capacity Act?

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Assumption of legal capacity

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Respect for the individual

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Best interests

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Least restrictive options

Question 17

What is the primary purpose of an advance directive?

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To record an individual's preferences and wishes for future medical care

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To appoint a legal guardian for the individual

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To provide immediate consent for medical treatment

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To distribute the individual's property in accordance with their wishes

Question 18

Who is primarily responsible for determining whether an individual with dementia has the necessary capacity to make a particular decision?

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The individual's physician or other healthcare professional

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The individual's immediate family or close friends

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The social worker assigned to the individual's case

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The legal system, typically through a court hearing

Question 19

What is the key distinction between the concepts of consent and assent?

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Consent implies a freely given and informed decision, while assent may be given under duress or coercion.

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Consent is only valid if provided by an adult, while assent can be provided by a child or an individual with diminished capacity.

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Consent must be expressed in writing, while assent can be given verbally.

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There is no meaningful difference between consent and assent.

Question 20

What is the purpose of the Mental Capacity Act Code of Practice?

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To offer practical guidance to professionals on implementing the Mental Capacity Act effectively

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To establish legally binding regulations that govern the care and treatment of individuals with dementia

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To provide training and support to social care professionals

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To maintain a national registry of individuals diagnosed with dementia

Question 21

What is the defining distinction between a Deprivation of Liberty Safeguards (DoLS) authorisation and a standard care home placement?

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DoLS authorizations empower care home staff to make specific decisions on behalf of the individual.

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DoLS authorizations are only granted to individuals who are detained in a care home setting.

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DoLS authorizations are subject to regular review, while standard care home placements are not.

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There is no significant difference between a DoLS authorization and a standard care home placement.

Question 22

What is the primary function of an Independent Mental Capacity Advocate (IMCA)?

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To safeguard the rights and interests of individuals who lack decision-making capacity

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To provide legal advice and representation to individuals with dementia

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To investigate complaints raised by individuals with dementia

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To deliver direct care and support to individuals with dementia

Question 23

What is the initial step in the safeguarding process?

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Identifying and assessing potential risks of harm

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Reporting the concern to the appropriate authorities

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Conducting a formal investigation into the concern

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Implementing protective measures to safeguard the individual

Question 24

When involving family and carers in decision-making for individuals with dementia, what is the most important factor to consider?

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Respecting the wishes and feelings of the individual with dementia

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Prioritizing the opinions of family members and carers

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Involving family and carers only for complex decisions

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Seeking legal advice before involving family and carers

Question 25

In the United Kingdom, which legislation outlines the legal rights of individuals with dementia?

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Mental Capacity Act

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Mental Health Act

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Safeguarding Adults Act

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Care Act

Question 26

Define an advance directive.

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A legal document expressing an individual's future care preferences when they may lack capacity to make decisions.

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A written consent for medical treatment

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A power of attorney for decision-making

Question 27

When is consent required before providing care to an individual with dementia?

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When the individual has the capacity to make the decision themselves

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When the individual's family provides permission

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When the healthcare professional believes it is in the individual's best interests

Question 28

Identify a legal responsibility of healthcare professionals in dementia care.

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Reporting any concerns about an individual's safety or well-being

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Providing all desired treatments to the individual

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Always adhering to the wishes of the individual's family

Question 29

What is the primary purpose of safeguarding in dementia care?

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To protect individuals from abuse, neglect, or exploitation

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To ensure access to the highest quality of care

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To guarantee independent decision-making for individuals

Question 30

Which of the following would be an example of a safeguarding concern?

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Unexplained bruising on an individual's body

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An individual's desire to live independently

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An individual's refusal to take their medication

Question 31

Which UK legislation sets out the legal rights and responsibilities of individuals with dementia in relation to decision-making?

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Mental Capacity Act 2005

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Equality Act 2010

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Care Act 2014

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Safeguarding Adults Act 2014

Question 32

What is an Advance Directive?

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A legal document expressing an individual's wishes and preferences about future care and treatment

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A record of an individual's past medical decisions

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A form completed by a healthcare professional to guide future care

Question 33

When is consent required for medical treatment of an individual with dementia?

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When the individual has capacity to understand the implications of the treatment and makes an informed decision

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When the individual's family or legal guardian requests the treatment

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When the healthcare professional believes the treatment is in the individual's best interests

Question 34

What is the main responsibility of a Lasting Power of Attorney for Health and Welfare?

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To make decisions about an individual's medical care and treatment if they lose capacity

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To represent the individual in legal matters

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To manage the individual's finances

Question 35

What are the ethical and legal responsibilities of professionals working with individuals with dementia?

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To uphold the individual's rights, autonomy, and dignity while ensuring their well-being

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To advocate exclusively for the individual's interests

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To provide medical treatment and care without considering the individual's preferences

Question 36

What does the term 'Safeguarding' refer to in the context of dementia care?

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Protecting individuals with dementia from abuse, neglect, and exploitation

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Providing a safe and supportive physical environment

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Educating the public about dementia

Question 37

Why is it crucial to report concerns about the well-being of an individual with dementia?

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To ensure timely intervention, protect the individual, and prevent further harm

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To avoid personal or professional consequences

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To document incidents for future reference

Question 38

What are the potential consequences of failing to report concerns about the well-being of an individual with dementia?

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Harm to the individual, legal liability for the professional, and reputational damage to the organization

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Personal discomfort or guilt

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Increased workload for the professional

Question 39

A care worker is about to help a resident with dementia take their medication. The resident has previously said they don't like this medication. What should the care worker do first?

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Check with a doctor or nurse if the resident is able to consent to taking the medication.

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Give the medication without the resident's consent because it's in their best interest.

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Gently try to convince the resident to take the medication by explaining its benefits.

Question 40

A person with dementia has an Advance Decision to Refuse Treatment (ADRT) stating they refuse to live in a nursing home. Their family wants them moved to a home for their safety. What principle is the care worker obligated to uphold?

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Respecting the individual's right to make decisions about their own care.

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Following the doctor's recommendation for the individual's best interests.

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Prioritizing the family's wishes because they are the individual's next of kin.

Question 41

A care worker suspects a resident with dementia might be experiencing financial abuse. What is the most important action for the care worker to take?

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Report the suspected abuse to the designated safeguarding lead or local authority.

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Tell the resident's family about the suspected abuse.

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Confront the potential abuser and tell them to stop.

Question 42

A care worker is helping a resident with dementia fill out a registration form. The resident has trouble understanding the questions. What action best supports the resident's rights?

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Explain things clearly and simply, using easy-to-understand language.

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Tell the resident they can skip the form because it's not important.

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Fill out the form for the resident, assuming what they would want.

Question 43

What is the main aim of the Mental Capacity Act 2005?

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To make sure people are supported to make their own decisions whenever possible.

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To require formal capacity assessments for individuals with dementia before they make any decisions.

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To allow family members to make decisions for individuals with dementia without their consent.

Question 44

A resident with dementia says they want to leave the care home. The care worker thinks this isn't in the resident's best interest because of their cognitive impairment. What should the care worker do?

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Help the resident express their wishes and look for other solutions that meet their needs.

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Contact the resident's family and ask them to make the decision.

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Tell the resident they can't move out because they lack capacity.

Question 45

A care worker sees a new resident with dementia being treated disrespectfully by another resident. What is the care worker's responsibility?

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Step in immediately to protect the vulnerable resident and report the incident.

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Suggest to the other resident they should be more respectful.

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Ignore the situation because disagreements between residents with dementia are common.

Question 46

Which of these is NOT a key principle of the Mental Capacity Act 2005?

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Family members' opinions are more important than the individual's own.

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Acting in the best interests of the individual if they lack capacity.

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Helping individuals make their own decisions whenever possible.

Question 47

A care worker is helping a resident with dementia with a financial transaction. The resident seems confused and doesn't understand the details. What should the care worker do?

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Stop the transaction and ask a professional, like a financial advisor, for advice.

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Get permission from the resident's family before continuing the transaction.

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Encourage the resident to finish the transaction, assuming they understand.

Question 48

What is a key legal right of someone with dementia living in a care home?

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The right to be treated with dignity and respect, regardless of their cognitive abilities.

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The right to have their family make all decisions for them.

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The right to leave the care home whenever they want, even if it's not safe.