1 Reflecting on values and bias in mental capacity decision-making Introduction Good communication Bias in decision making Defensive Practice Thinking critically Key Learning Points References Reflective Exercise Quiz Quiz /4 Chapter 1 Quiz Ethical issues related to mental capacity decisions Should be left to doctors to consider Should be avoided as they waste time Should be an essential consideration within your MCA assessment Should only be considered when considering end of life decisions When reflecting on potential bias and assumptions within decision making it is important to ... Avoid reflecting on your own beliefs as they are irrelevant to your work life Stick with your initial thoughts Probe assumptions and dig into the reasoning behind the decision Always accept what the doctors view is as it is always correct Why is it important to consider power relations in mental capacity work? It is important to be aware where you fit in an organisation Power imbalances can suppress the patient’s voice within the assessment process To make you feel more powerful about the decisions you make To ensure you listen to the important views of the professionals concerned What is defensive practice? A good way to ensure you follow procedures An approach which has at its heart the best interests of the patient Something that may compromise the choice and Autonomy of the patient The best way to promote the Autonomy of the patient Your score is 0% Restart quiz Next:Introduction 0 Introduction 1 Reflecting on values and bias within mental capacity decision-making 2 The history and current context of mental capacity legislation and policy 3 The concept of mental capacity 4 Best interests 5 Supported decision making 6 Deprivation of liberty: human rights 7 MCA in clinical decisions for care and treatment 8 MCA and the Office of the Public Guardian (OPG) role 9 Conclusion
