HCPC

Question 1

What things do we need to consider in guideline: Communicate appropriately and effectively

Answer 1

polite, listen to their needs, give info in a way they understand, work with colleagues- sharing relevant info

Question 2

What things do we need to consider in guideline: Promote and protect the interests of service users and carers

Answer 2

treat with respect, work in partnership with them and let them make decisions, get consent, challenge discrimination, maintain boundaries

Question 3

What things do we need to consider in guideline: Work within the limits of your knowledge and skills

Answer 3

only do what you’re trained in within your knowledge, refer to others if needed, keep up to date with requirements for your practice, get feedback to improve

Question 4

What things do we need to consider in guideline: Delegate appropriately

Answer 4

Delegate to others with knowledge, skills and experience, you must monitor them

Question 5

What things do we need to consider in guideline: Respect confidentiality

Answer 5

must keep info confidential, you can only disclose if you have permission- the law allows it- it is in the patient or publics best interest

Question 6

What things do we need to consider in guideline: Manage risk

Answer 6

Take reasonable steps to reduce risk, do not allow anything which poses an unacceptable risk, you must stop practicing if your health or judgment is compromised

Question 7

What things do we need to consider in guideline: Report concerns about safety

Answer 7

report concerns about well-being promptly and appropriately, must not prevent people from raising concerns, take appropriate actions to maintain safety, this must be first and foremost before professional loyalty, follow up on concerns

Question 8

What things do we need to consider in guideline: Be open when things go wrong

Answer 8

be open and honest, support people with concerns, must deal with complaints helpfully and honestly

Question 9

What things do we need to consider in guideline: Be honest and trustworthy

Answer 9

maintain trust in profession, honest about skills and quals, declare conflicts of interest, disclose crimes

Question 10

What things do we need to consider in guideline: Keep records of your work

Answer 10

clear, full and accurate records, must be updated promptly, must keep them secure