AI Unit 2 Health and Social care legislations and policy and procedures

Question 1

What is the purpose of health and social care legislation?

Answer 1

To protect the rights of individuals and ensure safe and effective care.

Question 2

True or False: The Care Act 2014 focuses on adult care and support.

Answer 2

True

Question 3

Fill in the blank: The ________ is responsible for regulating health and social care services in England.

Answer 3

Care Quality Commission

Question 4

What does the acronym CQC stand for?

Answer 4

Care Quality Commission

Question 5

Which legislation introduced the concept of personal budgets for care?

Answer 5

The Care Act 2014

Question 6

Multiple Choice: Which of the following is NOT a principle of the Mental Capacity Act 2005? A) Presumption of capacity B) Best interests C) Automatic incapacity

Answer 6

C) Automatic incapacity

Question 7

What is the main focus of the Children Act 1989?

Answer 7

To promote the welfare of children.

Question 8

True or False: The Equality Act 2010 protects individuals from discrimination.

Answer 8

True

Question 9

What does safeguarding in health and social care refer to?

Answer 9

Protecting vulnerable individuals from harm or abuse.

Question 10

Fill in the blank: The ________ Act 2010 aims to consolidate anti-discrimination laws.

Answer 10

Equality

Question 11

What is the role of the Local Safeguarding Children Board (LSCB)?

Answer 11

To coordinate safeguarding efforts for children within a local area.

Question 12

Multiple Choice: The Data Protection Act 2018 is primarily concerned with: A) Health funding B) Personal data protection C) Employment rights

Answer 12

B) Personal data protection

Question 13

What is the significance of the Human Rights Act 1998 in health and social care?

Answer 13

It ensures that individuals’ rights are protected in care settings.

Question 14

True or False: The Mental Health Act 1983 allows for the detention of individuals with mental health conditions.

Answer 14

True

Question 15

Fill in the blank: The ________ Act 2005 provides a framework for safeguarding adults at risk.

Answer 15

Safeguarding Vulnerable Groups

Question 16

What is the purpose of health and safety legislation in care settings?

Answer 16

To ensure the safety and welfare of staff and service users.

Question 17

What does the term ‘informed consent’ mean in health care?

Answer 17

Obtaining permission from a patient after providing all necessary information about the treatment.

Question 18

Multiple Choice: Which organization is responsible for setting standards in health care practice? A) CQC B) NHS C) Ofsted

Answer 18

A) CQC

Question 19

What is the main function of the Health and Safety Executive (HSE)?

Answer 19

To regulate and enforce workplace health and safety laws.

Question 20

True or False: All health and social care workers must undergo training in safeguarding.

Answer 20

True

Question 21

Fill in the blank: The ________ Act 2014 requires local authorities to promote the well-being of people in need of care.

Answer 21

Care

Question 22

What is the significance of the Care Certificate?

Answer 22

It sets out the minimum standards that health and social care workers need to adhere to.

Question 23

Multiple Choice: Which act protects children from abuse and neglect? A) Care Act 2014 B) Children Act 1989 C) Mental Health Act 1983

Answer 23

B) Children Act 1989

Question 24

What does ‘whistleblowing’ mean in the context of health and social care?

Answer 24

Reporting concerns about unsafe or unethical practices.

Question 25

True or False: The Care Standards Act 2000 established the framework for the regulation of care services.

Answer 25

True

Question 26

Fill in the blank: The ________ Act 2006 established the framework for integrated children's services.

Answer 26

Children and Young Persons

Question 27

What is the purpose of the NHS Constitution?

Answer 27

To set out the principles and values of the NHS in England.

Question 28

Multiple Choice: Which of the following is a key responsibility of care providers? A) Profit maximization B) Ensuring quality care C) Limiting access to services

Answer 28

B) Ensuring quality care

Question 29

What is the role of the Care Inspectorate?

Answer 29

To inspect and regulate care services in Scotland.

Question 30

True or False: Legislation does not change over time.

Answer 30

False

Question 31

Fill in the blank: The ________ Act 2014 includes provisions for the assessment of care needs.

Answer 31

Care

Question 32

What does 'person-centered care' mean?

Answer 32

Care tailored to the individual needs and preferences of each person.

Question 33

Multiple Choice: Which act requires local authorities to carry out assessments for adults needing care? A) Equality Act 2010 B) Care Act 2014 C) Health and Safety Act 1974

Answer 33

B) Care Act 2014

Question 34

What is the significance of the Adult Social Care Outcomes Framework?

Answer 34

To measure and improve the quality of adult social care services.

Question 35

True or False: Health and social care policies are only relevant to public sector organizations.

Answer 35

False

Question 36

Fill in the blank: The ________ Act 2000 regulates the use of human organs and tissue in medicine.

Answer 36

Human Tissue

Question 37

What is the role of the National Institute for Health and Care Excellence (NICE)?

Answer 37

To provide guidance and advice on health and social care.

Question 38

Multiple Choice: Which document outlines the rights of patients in the NHS? A) NHS Constitution B) Care Act C) Health and Safety Policy

Answer 38

A) NHS Constitution

Question 39

What does the term 'vulnerable adult' refer to?

Answer 39

An adult who may be at risk of abuse or neglect.

Question 40

True or False: The Mental Capacity Act applies only to individuals over 18.

Answer 40

True

Question 41

Fill in the blank: The ________ Act 1989 focuses on the welfare and protection of children.

Answer 41

Children

Question 42

What is the purpose of the Health and Social Care Act 2012?

Answer 42

To improve the quality of health care services and make them more efficient.

Question 43

Multiple Choice: Which of the following is a key principle of the Care Act 2014? A) Individual choice B) Cost reduction C) Standardized care

Answer 43

A) Individual choice

Question 44

What does the term 'duty of care' mean in health and social care?

Answer 44

The legal obligation to ensure the safety and well-being of service users.