HCPC guidelines

Question 1

able to maintain records appropriately

Answer 1

different files for different patients, confidentiality, not get patients muddled up.

Question 2

act in the best interests of the patient

Answer 2

1) not allow the patients sex/religion to affect how they are treated 2) not do anything that may put the patients in danger/harm in anyway 3) if a patient is considered to be a danger to themselves the clinician must break confidentiality in order to ensure the patient gets the help they need

Question 3

being able to work and communicate effectively with others

Answer 3

1) speak in a soft inviting tone , 2) build trust between you and your patient

Question 4

being able to ensure quality of practice

Answer 4

1) only act within the limits of their own knowledge and skills, asking for second opinions from others when necessary. 2) should undertake regular training each year to ensure they are up to date with all current knowledge for disorders diagnosis and treatments. 3) should follow ethical guidelines including confidentiality and using a pseudonym for the patient when taking notes to protect the identity of the patient.