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A section 136 can be extended to this if it is not possible to assess the patient properly in the 24 hours due to physical health concerns.
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d
36 hours
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This section enables patients to be admitted without consent for assessment for a maximum of 28 days.
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a
28 days
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This is the duration a patient can be admitted for under section 3, which is for treatment.
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b
Six months
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This is the length of time a section 5(2) lasts, which allows a doctor to detain a patient who is already in hospital to be detained for an assessment to determine if they require further detention under the Mental Health Act.
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e
72 hours
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This is the typical duration for a section 136, which the police can use to keep a patient in a place of safety to allow proper assessment.
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c
24 hours
Concept
Chapter
2693
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The Mental Health Act
Topic
173
Psychiatry
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A patient is being detained on the ward under section 2 of the mental health act.

How long does this last for?
a