FREE NMC-CBT Safeguarding Vulnerable Adults and Children Questions and Answers

Question 1

You are caring for an 85-year-old man who appears unkempt, has lost weight, and whose son, his primary carer, seems dismissive of your concerns. What type of abuse should you be most alert to?

Accepted Answer

Neglect

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Financial abuse

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Physical abuse

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Psychological abuse

Question 2

Which of the following is a core principle of the Mental Capacity Act (MCA) 2005?

Accepted Answer

A person must be assumed to have capacity unless it is established that they lack capacity.

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A person is not to be treated as unable to make a decision because they make an unwise decision.

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Any act done for a person lacking capacity must be in their best interests.

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Decisions for someone lacking capacity should be the least restrictive of their rights and freedom.

Question 3

A Deprivation of Liberty Safeguards (DoLS) authorisation is required in which of the following situations?

Accepted Answer

A patient with dementia who lacks capacity is continuously monitored and not allowed to leave the ward.

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An adult with capacity agrees to stay in a care home for respite care.

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A patient is detained under the Mental Health Act.

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A child under 16 is admitted to a paediatric ward with their parents' consent.

Question 4

As a nurse, if you have a concern that a child may be at risk of harm or neglect, what is your immediate professional responsibility?

Accepted Answer

Document your concerns and discuss them with the designated safeguarding lead.

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Wait for more evidence before taking any action.

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Confront the parents directly with your suspicions.

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Only report the concern if the child discloses abuse to you directly.

Question 5

The term 'Gillick competence' refers to what concept in healthcare?

Accepted Answer

The ability of a child under 16 to consent to medical treatment if they have sufficient understanding.

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The right of a parent to refuse treatment for their child.

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The legal requirement to always obtain parental consent for patients under 18.

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The process for detaining a child under the Mental Health Act.

Question 6

An adult patient discloses to you that they are being physically abused at home. What is your most appropriate immediate response?

Accepted Answer

Listen, reassure them, and explain what you will do next to help.

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Promise them you will keep it a secret.

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Immediately call the police without further discussion.

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Ask them detailed questions to gather evidence for a report.

You are caring for an 85-year-old man who appears unkempt, has lost weight, and whose son, his primary carer, seems dismissive of your concerns.What type of abuse should you be most alert to?

You are caring for an 85-year-old man who appears unkempt, has lost weight, and whose son, his primary carer, seems dismissive of your concerns.
What type of abuse should you be most alert to?