A2 - The Responsibilities Of People Working In The Health And Social Sector

Question 1

Define the law

Answer 1

a system of rule which a country recognises and abides by

Question 2

Define policy

Answer 2

a set of rules or guidelines for your organisation and employees to follow

Question 3

Define procedure

Answer 3

the instructions as to how a policy is followed

Question 4

Health and safety policy

Answer 4

Linked to Health and Safety at Work 1974

Responsibility of employers to ensure all staff are safe as well as managing the safety of volunteers on work experience

Employees need to act in a safe manner

Risk assessments are carried out to manage risk and hazard potential

Question 5

Equality and Diversity policy

Answer 5

Eliminates discrimination

Provides a culture

Promotes dignity, equality and diversity

Encourages individuals to develop and maximise their true potential

Question 6

Medication policy

Answer 6

Promotes the good health of service users

Prevents the spread of infection

Registered mangers responsibility to ensure all staff are aware of this policy

Each employee is responsible for their own actions

Medication is ordered by the care manager

Staff must be trained

Question 7

Safeguarding policy

Answer 7

Protecting vulnerable adults and children from abuse and neglect

It is a legal requirement to protect the individuals

Question 8

DBS referral policy

Answer 8

All staff recruited to positions involving contact with vulnerable children or adults and positions which give access to information about these individuals will be required to complete an enhanced DBS

This checks barring list and police database

Question 9

Death of a resident procedures

Answer 9

Dealing with deaths requires sensitivity

Attempt to respect any expressed wishes

Policy should include information gathering

Question 10

Complaints policy

Answer 10

Complaints should be regarded as a source of information which helps to improve a service

Anyone who complains has the right to have a complaint dealt with swiftly, have a proper investigation of the complaint and receive compensation if they have been harmed in any way

Question 11

How does surgery influence health and wellbeing

Answer 11

Following surgery many people will need supporting during an individual’s recovery from illness and other physical
disorders. For example, cancerous tumors such as breast lumps may be removed by surgery if the cancer is diagnosed
at an early stage. Older people may require a joint replacement surgery, such as a hip or knee joint.

Question 12

How do different health professionals help individuals recover from surgery

Answer 12

Health care workers in the community play an increasing vital role in supporting people recovering from these
surgeries.

This may include visits from the district nurse, to monitor progress, or provide specific treatments. This can include
changing dressings.

Physiotherapists and occupational therapists, where necessary, support mobility and promote independence in
carrying out daily living activities.

Social workers may provide additional emotional support and ensure that the patient is accessing the services
available.

Care workers may provide practical help in the home: Including preparation of meals where this is deemed, as
necessary.

A patient’s recovery will continue after discharge from hospital. Community support is particularly necessary as
there is a trend to discharge people as soon as possible following surgery.

Question 13

What is radiotherapy

Answer 13

This is treatment using high energy radiation.

Treatment is planned by skilled radiotherapists working alongside a team that
includes radiographers and specially trained nurses

Although radiotherapy is often used to treat cancer, it can be used to treat
non-cancerous tumours or other conditions such as diseases of the thyroid gland and
some blood disorders.

Patients may need support from their GP on completion of the treatment to ensure full
healing.

Common side effects of some forms of radiotherapy include itchiness and peeling or
blistering of the skin

Question 14

Define Allograft organ transplant

Answer 14

moving a body part or organ from one person’s body to
another.

Question 15

Define Autograft organ transplant

Answer 15

moving an organ or body part from one part of a person’s body to another
location in their body.

Question 16

Which organs can be transplanted

Answer 16

Organs that can be transplanted include the heart, kidneys, liver, lungs, pancreas and intestines. A living donor can give one kidney, part of their liver and some other tissues, such as bone
marrow.

Question 17

Why might a person receiving a transplant need counselling

Answer 17

However, other transplants come from donors who have recently died, so in the
recovery period following surgery the person receiving the transplant may need the support of
the counsellor.

Question 18

Who performs transplant surgery and who provides support post op

Answer 18

Highly skilled surgeons and their teams will carry out the transplant. However, many more care
professionals will be involved in preparing the individual physically and mentally for surgery and
caring for the person following their transplant. For example, specialist nurses, physiotherapists,
occupational therapists, councillors and social workers may provide post- op support.

Question 19

What support does AGE UK provide

Answer 19

Age UK = provides services and support to promote the health and wellbeing of older people

Question 20

What support does MIND provide

Answer 20

MIND = provides services and support for people with mental health problems and campaigns to
raise awareness ands improve services for people with mental illness

Question 21

What support does Young MIND provide

Answer 21

Young MIND = is committed to improving the mental health of children and young people, through
individual support and through campaigning for improved services

Question 22

What support does RNIB provide

Answer 22

The Royal National Institute of Blind People (RNIB) = supports people affected by sight loss, both
people who are partially sighted and those who are blind

Question 23

What support does Alzheimer’s provide

Answer 23

Alzheimer’s = provides information and support for people

Question 24

Define rehabilitation

Answer 24

Rehabilitation commonly known as rehab is a scientifically developed procedure for ensuring the recovery from any kind of disability, injury or
the habit. Rehabilitation is a slow but a steady process.

Rehabilitation does not reverse or undo the damage caused by disease or trauma, but rather helps restore the individual to optimal health, functioning, and well-being

Question 25

Who benefits from rehabilitation

Answer 25

The programmes generally support and are particularly important after someone has had a heart attack or a stroke, or following an accident that has significantly reduced their mobility or their reaction speed.

Rehabilitation programmes may also be a central part of treatment for people who have a mental illness

Question 26

What does rehab entail

Answer 26

The specific programme will vary according to the
persons physical and psychological needs and their
home and family circumstances, including the level of
support from their family, friends and carers.

Question 27

Who provides support with rehab

Answer 27

Rehabilitation may include support from
physiotherapists, occupational therapists,
counsellors or psychotherapists it may also include
using complementary therapies.

Question 28

What are complementary therapies

Answer 28

Complementary therapies are not considered
conventional medical treatment, and so may not be
available as part of an individual’s NHS care.

Question 29

How does equipment support mobility

Answer 29

it enables people to be independent and helps with regaining strength

Question 30

How long is adaptive equipment used for

Answer 30

it can either be for long term or short term use depending on individual need

Question 31

Who can refer a service user for an assessment to see what equipment or adaptions they need

Answer 31

Physiotherapists, occupational therapists usually carry out the assessment but doctors and nurses can make the referral

Question 32

What do care assistants do with regards to specialist equipment

Answer 32

they provide ongoing support in using the equipment effectively and adaptations to increase a service users independence

Question 33

Define chronic condition

Answer 33

A long term condition, which isn’t likely to go away

Question 34

Types of specialist equipment or adaptations

Answer 34

Special seating, walk in shower, grabber rails, adaptive keyboards, walking sticks, walking frames, wheeled walker, wheelchairs, adapted shopping trolleys, stairlifts, adapted cars, specialist cutlery, kettle tippers, anti shake spoons, feeding cups, angled straws, suction cups, bright coloured items and special gadgets

Question 35

What is care planning

Answer 35

A record of decisions made by the service user and a practitioner about what care needs to be provided and how this care will be provided

Question 36

What a care plan should include

Answer 36

It should be individualised
It should empower the individual
An advocate should be involved where required
Needs wishes and wants should be considered as well as outcomes
It should be in accordance with the Care Act 2014 (adults)
A holistic approach should taken

Question 37

Define domiciliary care

Answer 37

Care provided in a service users own home eg simple tasks

Question 38

How can a care assistant support a client with personal care

Answer 38

Discuss what help is required
Help with toileting washing and dressing
Help with preparing meals or eating and drinking
Help to follow daily routines

Question 39

How can clients be supported if they are from different religious or cultural backgrounds

Answer 39

Muslims and Hindus prefer to wash in running water
Muslims prefer to be treated by someone of the same sex
Muslims and Jewish people do not eat pork
Muslims eat halal food
Jewish eat kosher people
Hindus and Sikhs do not eat beef

Question 40

Describe APIE

Answer 40

A - Assess current needs/problems
P - Plan outcomes
I - Implement plans discussed and reflect upon practice
E- Evaluate the whole process with MD team

Question 41

Components of a care plan

Answer 41

• Initial assessment to gather basic information
• A holistic assessment which seeks more in-depth information
• A risk assessment to prioritise risk
• A care plan which outlines needs using a Specific
  Measurable
  Achievable
  Realistic
  Timely approach