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Q: Can a person with dementia be involuntarily committed?
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Can you commit someone involuntarily in the state of nh?

In New Hampshire, a person can be involuntarily committed through a court order if they are found to pose a danger to themselves or others due to mental illness. This process typically involves a petition filed by a mental health professional or concerned individual, followed by a hearing to determine if involuntary commitment is necessary.


Can you commit someone involuntarily in the state of Iowa?

Yes a person can be committed to a mental hospital involuntarily in the state of Iowa. The court must find that the person poses a emotional and physical threat to themselves or others.


How does models of dementia care view the person with dementia?

how does models of dementia care view the person with dementia


Can you live out of state and have someone committed involuntarily in Ky?

no


why dementia hasn't affected me as a person?

why dementia hasn't affected me as a person


Can you have someone committed in the state of louisianna?

A person can be committed to a mental health institution ". If the court finds by clear and convincing evidence that the respondent is dangerous to self or others or is gravely disabled, as a result of substance abuse or mental illness, it shall render a judgment for his commitment." So essentially if the person is a potential danger to themselves or others they can be involuntarily committed.


Which condition occurs when a person urinates involuntarily?

retention


Is being involuntarily committed a good way to get a day off of work?

yes, it is. you can't go to work if you've been committed.


How do you identify the communication strengths and abilities of an individual with dementia?

identify the communication strenght ability with dementia


What is meant by a person centred to dementia care?

I think person centered care is not something specific to dementia, it is the concept of putting the person being cared for at the heart of the care process.


What if a will was signed by person who suffered dementia at time of signing?

It woudl have to be proven in a court of law that the person actually WAS suffering from dementia. If possible, then the agreement MIGHT be challenged.


What is a person capacity feelings and wishes when they have dementia?

In dementia the ability to have feelings is largely intact. In fact, it is often enhanced as evidenced by mood swings. How much dementia patients can formulate and express wishes depends on the stage of dementia.