What form replaced the DS1500?
Special Rules-1 Form (SR1)
What is the purpose of the SR1 form?
For terminal illness with expected death <12 months.
What does the Statement of Fitness for Work replace?
Replaced Med3 and Med5.
What is the maximum duration of the Statement of Fitness for Work?
Max. 3 months per form for the first 6 months.
Who can certify a fit note as of July 2022?
Nurses, occupational therapists, pharmacists, physiotherapists, and doctors.
Can a fit note be backdated?
Yes, if based on a previous assessment.
Do patients with multiple part-time jobs need separate certificates?
No, they can submit to their main employer.
Can a fit note have a future start date?
No, it must be issued on the current date.
What happens if a fit note is rejected by the employer?
It is treated as if the patient is not fit for work.
What are some examples of statutory certificates?
What is the SC3 form used for?
To apply for statutory paternity pay.
What is the duration of Statutory Maternity Leave?
52 weeks total: 26 weeks ordinary + 26 weeks additional.
How long must a mother take leave after birth?
2 weeks (or 4 weeks if in certain occupations).
When should you notify your employer about your maternity leave?
At least 15 weeks before your due date.
What is the earliest you can start your maternity leave?
11 weeks before the expected week of childbirth.
When does maternity leave start if the baby is born early?
The day after the birth.
What is the Statutory Maternity Pay (SMP) duration?
Paid for up to 39 weeks.
What is the pay for the first 6 weeks of SMP?
90% of your average weekly earnings (before tax).
What is the pay for the next 33 weeks of SMP?
£184.03 or 90% of your average weekly earnings (whichever is lower).
What must you provide within 21 days of your SMP start date?
What are the eligibility criteria for Statutory Maternity Leave?
What are the eligibility criteria for Statutory Maternity Pay (SMP)?
What should your employer provide if you are not eligible for SMP?
Form SMP1 explaining the reason within 7 days.
What is Maternity Allowance?
Paid if you cannot get SMP and are employed or self-employed.
How long can you receive Maternity Allowance?
Up to 39 weeks if eligible.
What are the universal maternity rights?
What happens if high-risk duties cannot be amended?
You may be suspended on full pay.
What is Universal Credit?
A benefit combining six benefits into one payment to help with living costs.
How often is Universal Credit usually received?
Monthly (or twice a month in Scotland).
What are the benefits that can be received under Universal Credit?
How is Universal Credit typically received?
Monthly or twice a month in Scotland
What are the requirements to receive Universal Credit?
Can 16 and 17-year-olds claim Universal Credit?
Yes, if they are a carer, estranged from parents, have a child, or unable to work
What is the weekly amount for Statutory Sick Pay (SSP)?
£116.75 per week
How long can you receive SSP?
Up to 28 weeks
What must you do before receiving SSP?
Inform your employer of your inability to work before their deadline or within 7 days
What are the eligibility requirements for SSP?
What is the Income Support for?
For those aged 16-59 on low income, working less than 16 hours per week
What replaced Disability Living Allowance (DLA) for adults?
Personal Independence Payment (PIP)
Who can claim Attendance Allowance?
People aged 65 or over needing help with personal care due to disability
What is the State Pension age as of April 2021?
66 for both men and women
What is the Bereavement Support Payment?
Lump sum followed by 18 monthly payments for spouses under state pension age when partner died
What is the eligibility for Widowed Parent's Allowance?
What is required to claim Bereavement Support Payment?
Must claim within 3 months of partner’s death for full amount. Up to 21 months allowed but fewer payments.
What is the Funeral Payment?
One-off payment to partner or parent of the deceased on benefits to help pay for a funeral.
What is the Blue Badge scheme?
Helps disabled people with severe mobility problems park close to destinations. Allows parking without charge in many places.
Who qualifies for a Blue Badge?
What is the Certificate of Vision Impairment (CVI)?
Form certifying someone as ‘sight impaired’ or ‘severely sight impaired’. Signed by a consultant ophthalmologist.
What defines Severely Sight Impaired?
Visual acuity < 3/60 with full visual field or < 6/60 with severe field reduction.
What defines Sight Impaired?
Visual acuity 3/60 to 6/60 with full field of vision or up to 6/24 with moderate reduction.
What is a permanent disability related to walking?
Inability to walk or considerable difficulty in walking.
What can be reported to the Yellow Card Scheme?
What should be reported for established medicines?
All serious suspected ADRs, even if the effect is well recognized.
What is the Black Triangle Scheme?
New medicines under additional monitoring with an inverted black triangle symbol (▼).
What details should be included in a Yellow Card report?
What are considered serious reactions?
What vaccines are included in travel immunizations?
What is the UK licensed vaccine for yellow fever?
Stamaril is the only UK licensed yellow fever vaccine.
What is the lifelong protection provided by yellow fever vaccination?
A single dose of Stamaril provides lifelong protection.
What is the only UK licensed vaccine for Yellow Fever?
Stamaril
What type of vaccine is Stamaril?
Live vaccine
What is the duration of protection from a single dose of Yellow Fever vaccine?
Lifelong protection in most cases
How long after vaccination is the International Certificate of Vaccination valid?
10 days after vaccination for life
What are the symptoms of Yellow Fever?
What strains does the Meningitis ACWY vaccine cover?
Who requires the Meningitis ACWY vaccine?
Travelers to sub-Saharan Africa and Saudi Arabia
What is the recommended duration for Chloroquine before travel?
1 week before travel
Can Mefloquine be used during pregnancy?
No
What vaccines must be given as part of NHS Additional Services?
What is the status of Hepatitis B immunizations?
Can be provided as NHS or private
What types of vaccines can HIV patients safely use?
Inactivated vaccines
What is a valid reason for removing patients from the list?
What must be done before removing a patient for violence?
Inform the police (or Procurator Fiscal)
Who issues the Medical Certificate of Cause of Death (MCCD)?
The doctor who attended the patient during their last illness
Who is ultimately responsible for certifying a patient's death in a hospital?
The consultant in charge of the patient's care.
What must happen if no doctor who cared for the patient can be found?
The death must be referred to the coroner.
What is required if the attending doctor hasn't seen the patient in 28 days before death?
The death must be referred to the coroner before registration.
What is the format for writing a death certificate?
1a) Disease causing death 1b) What led to 1a 1c) What led to 1b 2) Contributory conditions.
What should be avoided when stating the cause of death?
Avoid 'old age', vague terms, organ failure, and abbreviations except for HIV, AIDS, MRSA.
When can 'old age' be the sole cause of death?
If the patient is 80+, has a long-term care history, gradual decline observed, and no identifiable disease.
What must be reported to the coroner within 24 hours?
Unknown identity of deceased, unavailable doctor, deaths of minors, sudden or suspicious deaths.
What are the grounds for a legal abortion under the 1967 Abortion Act?
Prevent serious long-term injury to physical or mental health of the woman.
What does the 1967 Abortion Act require in England, Scotland, and Wales?
What is the purpose of Form HSA1?
What is Form HSA2 used for?
What is the purpose of Form HSA4?
What are the grounds for abortion according to the 1967 Act?
What is required for an emergency abortion?
What does the GMC guidance say about receiving gifts?
What is the policy on genetic testing in childhood?
What does the GMC say about a patient’s request to change gender on records?
What are the adverse effects of feminizing hormone therapy?
What should be monitored in male-to-female transgender clients on hormone therapy?
What are the ethical principles in healthcare?
What is the principle of Double Effect?
What must health professionals do under the duty of candour?
What does the Selected List Scheme (SLS) allow?
Prescription of branded ED medication for specific diagnoses
What is the limit of foster children per family?
3 foster children
What are indicators of possible domestic violence in patients?
Who should be reported for Female Genital Mutilation (FGM) if under 18?
Who does the mandatory reporting duty apply to?
What to do if a patient is over 18 and has had FGM?
What should you do if treating a girl under 18 with genital piercing/tattoo/surgery?
Should you inform the girl/family about the report?
What is the first step in managing occupational exposure to HIV?
What should be done for puncture wounds exposed to HIV?
What should be reported to the Health and Safety Executive (HSE)?
What to do for sexual exposure to HIV?
When is PEPSE offered after sexual exposure?
What is PEPSE?
Post-Exposure Prophylaxis for Sexual Exposure (PEPSE)
When should PEPSE be initiated?
Within 72 hours of exposure, ideally within 24 hours.
When is HIV testing recommended after exposure?
8–12 weeks after exposure.
Is PEP recommended for needlestick injuries in the community?
Generally, no, as the risk is extremely low.
What should be done if factors influencing HIV transmission are present?
Seek expert advice from an HIV specialist or Accident and Emergency department.
What is the estimated risk of HIV transmission from human bites?
Less than 1 in 10,000.
What is the first step in managing a potential HIV exposure?
Risk assess the situation.
What is the follow-up testing required for high-risk cases?
Testing at 4-6 weeks, 3 months, and 6 months post exposure.
What should be done if the source's HIV status is unknown?
Obtain consent and assess viral status of source and exposed person.
What are the ethical principles in healthcare mentioned?
Beneficence, Non-maleficence, Justice/fairness.
What is the maximum duration of the Statement of Fitness for Work?
Max. 3 months per form for the first 6 months.
Who can certify a fit note as of July 2022?
Nurses, occupational therapists, pharmacists, physiotherapists, and doctors.
Do patients with multiple part-time jobs need separate certificates?
No, they can submit to their main employer.
What happens if a fit note is rejected by the employer?
It is treated as if the patient is not fit for work.
What are some examples of statutory certificates?
What is the duration of Statutory Maternity Leave?
52 weeks total: 26 weeks ordinary + 26 weeks additional.
When should you notify your employer about your maternity leave?
At least 15 weeks before your due date.
What is the earliest you can start your maternity leave?
11 weeks before the expected week of childbirth.
What is the pay for the next 33 weeks of SMP?
£184.03 or 90% of your average weekly earnings (whichever is lower).
What must you provide within 21 days of your SMP start date?
What are the eligibility criteria for Statutory Maternity Leave?
What are the eligibility criteria for Statutory Maternity Pay (SMP)?
What should your employer provide if you are not eligible for SMP?
Form SMP1 explaining the reason within 7 days.
What are the universal maternity rights?
What is Universal Credit?
A benefit combining six benefits into one payment to help with living costs.
What are the benefits that can be received under Universal Credit?
What are the requirements to receive Universal Credit?
Can 16 and 17-year-olds claim Universal Credit?
Yes, if they are a carer, estranged from parents, have a child, or unable to work
What must you do before receiving SSP?
Inform your employer of your inability to work before their deadline or within 7 days
What are the eligibility requirements for SSP?
What is the Income Support for?
For those aged 16-59 on low income, working less than 16 hours per week
Who can claim Attendance Allowance?
People aged 65 or over needing help with personal care due to disability
What is the Bereavement Support Payment?
Lump sum followed by 18 monthly payments for spouses under state pension age when partner died
What is the eligibility for Widowed Parent's Allowance?
What is required to claim Bereavement Support Payment?
Must claim within 3 months of partner’s death for full amount. Up to 21 months allowed but fewer payments.
What is the Funeral Payment?
One-off payment to partner or parent of the deceased on benefits to help pay for a funeral.
What is the Blue Badge scheme?
Helps disabled people with severe mobility problems park close to destinations. Allows parking without charge in many places.
Who qualifies for a Blue Badge?
What is the Certificate of Vision Impairment (CVI)?
Form certifying someone as ‘sight impaired’ or ‘severely sight impaired’. Signed by a consultant ophthalmologist.
What defines Severely Sight Impaired?
Visual acuity < 3/60 with full visual field or < 6/60 with severe field reduction.
What defines Sight Impaired?
Visual acuity 3/60 to 6/60 with full field of vision or up to 6/24 with moderate reduction.
What is a permanent disability related to walking?
Inability to walk or considerable difficulty in walking.
What can be reported to the Yellow Card Scheme?
What should be reported for established medicines?
All serious suspected ADRs, even if the effect is well recognized.
What is the Black Triangle Scheme?
New medicines under additional monitoring with an inverted black triangle symbol (▼).
What details should be included in a Yellow Card report?
What are considered serious reactions?
What vaccines are included in travel immunizations?
What is the UK licensed vaccine for yellow fever?
Stamaril is the only UK licensed yellow fever vaccine.
What is the lifelong protection provided by yellow fever vaccination?
A single dose of Stamaril provides lifelong protection.
What is the duration of protection from a single dose of Yellow Fever vaccine?
Lifelong protection in most cases
How long after vaccination is the International Certificate of Vaccination valid?
10 days after vaccination for life
What vaccines must be given as part of NHS Additional Services?
Who issues the Medical Certificate of Cause of Death (MCCD)?
The doctor who attended the patient during their last illness
Who is ultimately responsible for certifying a patient's death in a hospital?
The consultant in charge of the patient's care.
What must happen if no doctor who cared for the patient can be found?
The death must be referred to the coroner.
What is required if the attending doctor hasn't seen the patient in 28 days before death?
The death must be referred to the coroner before registration.
What is the format for writing a death certificate?
1a) Disease causing death 1b) What led to 1a 1c) What led to 1b 2) Contributory conditions.
What should be avoided when stating the cause of death?
Avoid 'old age', vague terms, organ failure, and abbreviations except for HIV, AIDS, MRSA.
When can 'old age' be the sole cause of death?
If the patient is 80+, has a long-term care history, gradual decline observed, and no identifiable disease.
What must be reported to the coroner within 24 hours?
Unknown identity of deceased, unavailable doctor, deaths of minors, sudden or suspicious deaths.
What are the grounds for a legal abortion under the 1967 Abortion Act?
Prevent serious long-term injury to physical or mental health of the woman.
What does the 1967 Abortion Act require in England, Scotland, and Wales?
What is Form HSA2 used for?
What is the purpose of Form HSA4?
What are the grounds for abortion according to the 1967 Act?
What is required for an emergency abortion?
What does the GMC guidance say about receiving gifts?
What is the policy on genetic testing in childhood?
What does the GMC say about a patient’s request to change gender on records?
What are the adverse effects of feminizing hormone therapy?
What should be monitored in male-to-female transgender clients on hormone therapy?
What is the principle of Double Effect?
What must health professionals do under the duty of candour?
What does the Selected List Scheme (SLS) allow?
Prescription of branded ED medication for specific diagnoses
What are indicators of possible domestic violence in patients?
Who should be reported for Female Genital Mutilation (FGM) if under 18?
Who does the mandatory reporting duty apply to?
What to do if a patient is over 18 and has had FGM?
What is the first step in managing occupational exposure to HIV?
When is PEPSE offered after sexual exposure?
Is PEP recommended for needlestick injuries in the community?
Generally, no, as the risk is extremely low.
What should be done if factors influencing HIV transmission are present?
Seek expert advice from an HIV specialist or Accident and Emergency department.
What is the follow-up testing required for high-risk cases?
Testing at 4-6 weeks, 3 months, and 6 months post exposure.
What should be done if the source's HIV status is unknown?
Obtain consent and assess viral status of source and exposed person.
What are the ethical principles in healthcare mentioned?
Beneficence, Non-maleficence, Justice/fairness.
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