Caring Flashcards
What is care and what is caring?
Care - your job as hca meeting clients physical and basic needs. What is required of you
Caring - more humanistic and emotional needs going extra mile. Taking care in all dimensions
What does caring include
Demonstrating active listening
Recognition of a persons values and dignity
Expressions of courtesy, kindness and respect
Showing sensitivity to others
What does care stand for (components of caring behaviours)
C - compassion and concern
A - awareness and acquaintanceship
R - respect and responsibility
E - experience and exploration
What is warmth
Showing your heart
Being open and willing to share
Staying genuine
(Can be verbal and non verbal)
How to show warmth in your role as hca
Soft voice and natural pitch
Calm pacing of speech
Non judgmental words
Being other centered
Define respect
Showing acceptance and value for someone
Benefits of humour
Builds connection
Can improve the morale
Helps to relieve stress and improve health
May be used to avoid reality