A2 Flashcards
Define Policy
rules within an organisation
Define procedure
Set of rules and legislations, then tailored towards the organisation
What is the difference between policies and procedures
policies are the rules to follow
procedure is the instructions on how to take out the policy
Give 2 examples of policies
health and safety at work act
administration of medication
What is responsibility one?
Following those policies and procedures
What is responsibility two?
Healing and recovery
6 examples of responsibility two; healing and recovery
- Rehab
2.medication
3.surgery
4.radiotherapy
5.organ transplant - lifestyle changes
Responsibility two: healing and recovery: explain the lifestyle changes factor
self help groups
help with ac, and sc
focuses on healthy eating
Responsibility two: healing and recovery: explain the rehab factor
accordance to the physiological and physical needs of the individual
Responsibility two: healing and recovery: explain the medication factor
doctors prescribe medication
some health and social care practitoners circumstances dependent, may need specialist training to do this
Responsibility two: healing and recovery: list examples of hcp who may visit individuals after surgery
- district nurses
2.Occupational - Physio
- Home care worker
responsibility three: equipment and adaptations
list the 5 types of aids
- mobility aids
2.feeding aids
3.seating aids
4.private aids
5.tech aids
responsibility three: equipment and adaptations: give two examples of the mobility aid
walking sticks/frames
adapted shopping trolleys/vehciles
responsibility three:equipment and adaptations: give three examples of feeding aids
special cutlery
feeding cups
suction cups and plates
What is responsibility four?
Providing personal care