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guardian advocate and the marchman actWhat is the main purpose of a Guardian Advocate? - CORRECT ANSWER-To
assume the rights of the individual they represent to make decisions in the best
interest of that person.
Individuals who have struggled with substance use disorders that limit their
capacity to make decisions about their care often have established some type of
______________. - CORRECT ANSWER-advance healthcare directive
A _____________ is an individual who has been legally designated make
treatment decisions for an individual at the time of crisis or incapacity. -
CORRECT ANSWER-health care surrogate
The Guardian Advocate must receive additional specific court approval to give
consent for all of the following EXCEPT: - CORRECT ANSWER-prescribed
medications.
The Marchman Act prohibits the delay or denial of treatment due to an
individual's inability to pay and requires prompt physical examination after arrival
at a facility. This is considered the person's right to - CORRECT
ANSWER-treatment.
It is the responsibility of the Guardian Advocate to protect the individual patient
rights of the patient? - CORRECT ANSWER-True
Which of the following would disqualify an individual from being appointed a
Guardian Advocate? - CORRECT ANSWER-being convicted of a felony
What is the legal authority that governs the appointment and actions of a
Guardian Advocate who is representing an individual with a substance use
disorder? - CORRECT ANSWER-The Marchman Act
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