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NURS 327 Summer Final Exam Blueprint
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Final Exam
This deck is based on the 2026 NURS 327 Summer Final Exam Blueprint and
additional topics I believe are important to cover
SIDE NOTE: For details on the Mental Status Examination (MSE) and Suicide
Risk Assessment, please refer to their separate decks located within the NURS
327: Mental Health & Wellness in Nursing Folder
SIDE NOTE: For example questions complete the non-graded practice
knowledge checks provided on
the course site
Concept: Health Care Law (6 questions)
General knowledge on the:
-Common Alberta Mental Health Act forms
-Processes for certification
-Role of the nurse within the Mental Health Act
What is the Mental Health Act?
Legislation that outlines the process for the assessment, treatment, and rights of
individuals with mental health disorders who may require involuntary care
What is the purpose and function of Form 1 (Admission Certificate) under the
Mental Health Act?
When a patient is brought in, two physicians (one of which must be a psychiatrist)
must assess the patient independently within 24 hours of entry to emerg.
If both physicians sign a Form 1, the individual can be held in a designated facility for
up to a month for further assessment. (Transferred from emerg to the psych unit)
When does an individual officially become a formal patient?
From the date/time of the issuance of the 2nd Form 1 certificate
How long does one admission certificate authorizes the apprehension and
conveyance of an individual to a facility?
72 hours
How long do designated site vs non-designated site have to sign the two Form
1's required to hold a patient?
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Non-designated sites have 72 hours to sign the two From 1's, this is because the
site will have to transfer (converge) the patient to a designated site. Requiring more
time (E.g. Rural sites)
Designated sites only have 24 hours to sign the two From 1's (E.g. Royal Alex,
Grey Nuns, Alberta Hospital)
What criteria must the patient meet for Form 1 and 2 to be considered valid?
The person is:
1. Suffering from mental disorder
2. Has the potential to benefit from treatment for a mental disorder
3. Within a reasonable time, they are likely to cause harm to others or to suffer
negative effects, including substantial mental or physical deterioration or serious
physical impairment, as a result of or related to the mental disorder
4. Unsuitable for admission to a facility other than as a formal patient
All criteria must be met and based on the facts outlined in the form
What is the purpose and function of Form 2 (Renewal Certificate) under the
Mental Health Act?
A certificate of renewal
If two Form 2s are completed by two independent physicians, the patient can be
held for additional months
How many times can a Form 2 be renewed?
Can renew the certification monthly, up to a maximum of 3 renewals
The first and second renewals will hold the patient for one additional month each.
While the third renewal will result in the patient being held for an additional 6 months
Which medical professionals are involved in the renewal certification process?
At least one of the health professionals must be a:
-Psychiatrist
-Staff member of the designated facility
What is the purpose and function of Form 3 (Order to Return a Formal Patient
to a Facility) under the Mental Health Act?
A warrant to return an escaped/run away patient. However, this only applies
to certified (involuntary) patients
Can Form 3 be issued for voluntary patients?
If a voluntary patient escapes you CANNOT use a Form 3 to apprehend them,
as Form 3's are only valid for certificated patients.
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If their Form 1 or Form 2 has expired, the person is no longer legally considered a
formal patient, which means Form 3 is not valid
What is code yellow?
Missing person
What is code white?
Violence and aggression
Define a voluntary patient
A person who chooses to admit themselves to a mental health facility or
hospital for assessment or treatment.
They are free to leave the facility at any time, unless their status changes to
involuntary based on clinical assessment and legal criteria
What is the purpose and function of Form 10 (Statement of Peace Officer on
Apprehension) under the Mental Health Act?
Allows a peace officer to apprehend someone and bring them to a hospital for
psychiatric evaluation
(E.g. Public disturbance or suspected mental disorder)
What is the purpose and function of Form 11 (Certificate of Incompetence to
Make Treatment Decisions) under the Mental Health Act?
A certificate of incompetence to make treatment decisions
Allowing the physicians to treat a patient without their consent if they lack
capacity (E.g medication admin)
Do formal patients have the right to refuse treatment under the mental health
act?
Yes, they have the right to refuse treatment while certified as a formal patient
A Form 11 is required to force treatment on a formal patient
What is the purpose and function of Form 12 (Application for Review Panel
Hearing) under the Mental Health Act?
A patient appeals their involuntary status.
A review panel, made up of lawyers, psychiatrists, and community members,
decides whether the patient should continue to be held or can be discharged
What is one of the common reasons patients will fill a Form 12?
Side effects of medications
NURS 327 Summer Final Exam Blueprint
Download now
HIGH YIELD S QUES TIONS
NEWEST MODEL 2026 EXAM LATEST
VERSION SOLVED QUESTIONS &
ANSWERS VERIFIED 100 %
Exam
📚 Learn. Practice. Excel.
Unlock your potential with exams designed to help you succeed. Enjoy a smooth
experience, challenging questions, and valuable learning opportunities that prepare you
for real-world success.
Join thousands of learners who are building confidence one exam at a time. Take your
exam today!
QUESTIONS
CHOOSE ONE ANSWER
TIME : 2 HOUR
, Page 2 of 34
Final Exam
This deck is based on the 2026 NURS 327 Summer Final Exam Blueprint and
additional topics I believe are important to cover
SIDE NOTE: For details on the Mental Status Examination (MSE) and Suicide
Risk Assessment, please refer to their separate decks located within the NURS
327: Mental Health & Wellness in Nursing Folder
SIDE NOTE: For example questions complete the non-graded practice
knowledge checks provided on
the course site
Concept: Health Care Law (6 questions)
General knowledge on the:
-Common Alberta Mental Health Act forms
-Processes for certification
-Role of the nurse within the Mental Health Act
What is the Mental Health Act?
Legislation that outlines the process for the assessment, treatment, and rights of
individuals with mental health disorders who may require involuntary care
What is the purpose and function of Form 1 (Admission Certificate) under the
Mental Health Act?
When a patient is brought in, two physicians (one of which must be a psychiatrist)
must assess the patient independently within 24 hours of entry to emerg.
If both physicians sign a Form 1, the individual can be held in a designated facility for
up to a month for further assessment. (Transferred from emerg to the psych unit)
When does an individual officially become a formal patient?
From the date/time of the issuance of the 2nd Form 1 certificate
How long does one admission certificate authorizes the apprehension and
conveyance of an individual to a facility?
72 hours
How long do designated site vs non-designated site have to sign the two Form
1's required to hold a patient?
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Non-designated sites have 72 hours to sign the two From 1's, this is because the
site will have to transfer (converge) the patient to a designated site. Requiring more
time (E.g. Rural sites)
Designated sites only have 24 hours to sign the two From 1's (E.g. Royal Alex,
Grey Nuns, Alberta Hospital)
What criteria must the patient meet for Form 1 and 2 to be considered valid?
The person is:
1. Suffering from mental disorder
2. Has the potential to benefit from treatment for a mental disorder
3. Within a reasonable time, they are likely to cause harm to others or to suffer
negative effects, including substantial mental or physical deterioration or serious
physical impairment, as a result of or related to the mental disorder
4. Unsuitable for admission to a facility other than as a formal patient
All criteria must be met and based on the facts outlined in the form
What is the purpose and function of Form 2 (Renewal Certificate) under the
Mental Health Act?
A certificate of renewal
If two Form 2s are completed by two independent physicians, the patient can be
held for additional months
How many times can a Form 2 be renewed?
Can renew the certification monthly, up to a maximum of 3 renewals
The first and second renewals will hold the patient for one additional month each.
While the third renewal will result in the patient being held for an additional 6 months
Which medical professionals are involved in the renewal certification process?
At least one of the health professionals must be a:
-Psychiatrist
-Staff member of the designated facility
What is the purpose and function of Form 3 (Order to Return a Formal Patient
to a Facility) under the Mental Health Act?
A warrant to return an escaped/run away patient. However, this only applies
to certified (involuntary) patients
Can Form 3 be issued for voluntary patients?
If a voluntary patient escapes you CANNOT use a Form 3 to apprehend them,
as Form 3's are only valid for certificated patients.
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If their Form 1 or Form 2 has expired, the person is no longer legally considered a
formal patient, which means Form 3 is not valid
What is code yellow?
Missing person
What is code white?
Violence and aggression
Define a voluntary patient
A person who chooses to admit themselves to a mental health facility or
hospital for assessment or treatment.
They are free to leave the facility at any time, unless their status changes to
involuntary based on clinical assessment and legal criteria
What is the purpose and function of Form 10 (Statement of Peace Officer on
Apprehension) under the Mental Health Act?
Allows a peace officer to apprehend someone and bring them to a hospital for
psychiatric evaluation
(E.g. Public disturbance or suspected mental disorder)
What is the purpose and function of Form 11 (Certificate of Incompetence to
Make Treatment Decisions) under the Mental Health Act?
A certificate of incompetence to make treatment decisions
Allowing the physicians to treat a patient without their consent if they lack
capacity (E.g medication admin)
Do formal patients have the right to refuse treatment under the mental health
act?
Yes, they have the right to refuse treatment while certified as a formal patient
A Form 11 is required to force treatment on a formal patient
What is the purpose and function of Form 12 (Application for Review Panel
Hearing) under the Mental Health Act?
A patient appeals their involuntary status.
A review panel, made up of lawyers, psychiatrists, and community members,
decides whether the patient should continue to be held or can be discharged
What is one of the common reasons patients will fill a Form 12?
Side effects of medications
