STRTP Resident Rights and Advocacy 3

Question 1

What must an STRTP do if a resident refuses to sign the Personal Rights form upon admission?

Accepted Answer

Document the refusal in the resident's file and still ensure the resident is informed of their rights

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Deny admission until the resident signs the form

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Contact DSS immediately for emergency authorization

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Have a parent or guardian sign on the resident's behalf without notation

Question 2

Under California STRTP regulations, a minor's right to consent to or refuse mental health treatment is governed by:

Accepted Answer

California Family Code Section 6924 (minors may consent to mental health treatment at age 12)

Answer

Federal HIPAA regulations only

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The administrator's clinical judgment

Answer

The resident's county social worker exclusively

Question 3

When an STRTP resident is transferred to another facility, which rights-related obligation applies?

Accepted Answer

The facility must notify the resident of the transfer in advance and explain the reason when possible

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The facility may transfer the resident without notice if the administrator decides it is clinically necessary

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Transfer notices are only required when the resident's attorney is on record

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Transfers require only the placing county's notification, not the resident's

Question 4

An advocate visiting an STRTP to meet with a resident must be:

Accepted Answer

Permitted access without requiring prior administrator approval

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Approved by the facility's clinical team 48 hours in advance

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Accompanied by a staff member at all times during the visit

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Limited to contact only during scheduled group visiting hours

Question 5

Which statement is true about the use of psychotropic medications for STRTP residents in California?

Accepted Answer

Psychotropic medications require informed consent from the parent, guardian, or authorized representative

Answer

The STRTP administrator may authorize psychotropic medications without parental consent

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Psychotropic medications are automatically approved upon placement

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Only licensed vocational nurses may provide consent for psychotropic medications

Question 6

Under what circumstances may an STRTP open or read a resident's mail?

Accepted Answer

Only if there is documented clinical justification and appropriate authorization per the resident's individualized rights limitation plan

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Any time staff suspect the mail may contain contraband

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At the discretion of the on-duty staff member

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Whenever requested by the placing county social worker