How to deal with disclosure of abuse and suspected abuse Flashcards
1
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How to deal with disclosure of abuse and suspected abuse
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- Duty to report
- Report appropriately (to a line manager, NSPCC, police)
- Reporting procedures (recording information accurately, organisational procedures)
- Support and comfort
- Do not judge
- Maintain confidentiality
- Protect yourself
2
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The policies and procedures that health and social care settings should have in place to safeguard vulnerable adults from abuse
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- Staff training, recruitment procedures
- Disclosure and Barring scheme
- Multi- agency approach
- Risk assessments
- Accessible complaints procedures
- Designated Protection Officer
3
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The policies and procedures that health and social care/ child environments should have in place to safeguard children from abuse
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- Safeguard policy
- Confidentiality policy
- Risk assessment (educational outings, classroom activities)
- Staff recruitment/ training
- Disclosure and Barring Scheme
- Designated Child Protection Officer
4
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Minimising the risk of abuse
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- Personal- centred planning
- Duty to care
- Effective record keeping
- Following policies and procedures
- Building a trusting professional relationship
- Effective communication channels
- Continuing Professional Development
5
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Developing the confidence and resilience of individuals who receive care and support
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- Supporting care and support
- Promoting active participation
- Promoting choice
- Teaching personal safety
6
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People who might be told about abuse
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- Peers
- Family
- Siblings
- Teachers
- Social workers
- Other professionals (doctors)
- Other members of the public (neighbours)
