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9 Cards in this Set
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Civil commitment |
Need for treatment enough to commit someone before 29th century Certificate with signatures from two physicians |
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Patients rights |
1960s, now need more evidence |
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Reasons to be committed |
Grave disability: cannot provide food clothing or shelter Dangerous to self: suicidal Dangerous to others: going to hurt another if not committed |
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Threat of violence in mental health cases |
Thought to be strong threat, big variable for violence in mental health cases is substance abuse |
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Wyatt standards (4) |
Humane environment Supported by staff Individualized treatment plan Restrictions of freedom kept to a minimum |
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Right to refuse treatment |
Importance of informed consent |
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Ability to stand trial |
Incompetent if unable to understand, think rationally, weigh alternatives |
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Insanity defense |
Legal term, not held responsible for illegal actions |
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Guilty but mentally ill |
Incarcerated but receive treatment for illness |
