A2: Routines and Preferences Flashcards
What must carers discuss usual routines and preferences in terms of?
carers must discuss usual routines and preferences in terms of personal hygiene and diet claims
What must carers discuss in terms of personal hygiene and diet claims?
carers must discuss usual routines and preferences in terms of personal hygiene and diet claims
What would most people prefer to take personal responsibilities for?
most people would prefer to take personal responsibilities for those tasks in private
Independence should be __________, but…
independence should be ENCOURAGED, but where specific help is needed the clients 💖dignity and privacy💖 should be preserved
What should be closed / drawn?
- toilet and bathroom doors should be closed
- shower curtains should be drawn
Why should the policies and procedures of the setting be followed?
the policies and procedures of the setting should be followed to ensure the safety and dignity of the service user
Who will often provide personal care of this type?
domiciliary care workers will often provide personal care of this type
Who will provide this care in a residential care home?
care home assistants will provide this support in a residential care home
Who will provide this care in hospitals?
it will be a regular task for healthcare assistants in hospitals
A wide range of equipment is available to extend…
a wide range of equipment is available to extend the individual’s independence in terms of their personal hygiene and to support carers providing personal care
What does equipment to extend an individual’s independence include?
- walk-in baths
- showers suitable for the use of wheelchair users
- non-slip bathmats
- bath and shower seats
- hand rails
- bath lifts and hoists
- adapted taps
- bedpans and commodes
- female and male urinals
