Learning aim A - A2 Flashcards
What is a policy?
A detailed description of a course of action or an approach, when a certain set of circumstances becomes apparent.
What is a procedure?
The steps to be taken in a situation such as administering medication rules or when something in the policy happens, they are instructions as to whom to go to and what will happen next.
what is the first step to creating a policy/ procedure?
Each profession creates Codes of Practice which ensure that people in the job role work within the laws and also work following the Care Values.
what is the second step to creating a policy/ procedure?
Individual organisations (care settings) then write policies and procedures. policy= what care workers should do in a set of circumstances - diversity, equality, anti bullying
procedures = action to be taken = complaints
what is the last step to creating a policy/ procedure?
professionals like nurses, social workers must register with the regulating body in order to stay in the jobs. they need to complete a set amount of hours of training per year, to keep up to date
who is protected by Code of Practice?
service users and care workers
what are the dangers/ negatives if Codes of Practices are not maintained?
fines, losing their job, accidents, deaths
what is the purpose of regulating bodies?
to make sure the people in their role understand their policies and perform their role correctly to the best standard
what is safeguarding?
looking after individuals, keeping them safe from harm
why does a whistleblowing policy exist?
to encourage people to speak out in malpractice, without risking their own job as it is anonymous
what are the 6 main strategies used to support recovery of people with ill physical or mental health?
prescribing medication, organ transplant, surgery, radiotherapy, support for lifestyle changes, accessing support from specialist agencies
what does prescribing medication do?
treats symptoms, helps manage health conditions, pain management, can reduce infections
- gets body functioning normally
- each medicine has different side effects
what is the aim of surgery?
- treats injuries, diseases, abnormalities
- repair, readjustments
- removes/ reduces any issues, put back into place
- vary in length depnding on the severity of the procedure
what is radiotherapy?
- treatment of cancer - shrinks tumors
- 1-7 weeks in length
- can get on the nhs
- can cause hair loss, fatigue, vomitting, headaches
what is an organ transplant?
- taking an organ or living tissue and implanting it in another part of the body/ replacing it
- can save lives and restore functions to improve quality of life
- organ will last for a certain amount of time depending on the organ
- can cause symptoms/ side effects such as nausea, vomitting, headaches, high blood pressure etc
what is support for lifestyle changes as a treatment?
- provide support for people with addictions (smoking, alcohol, drugs) - rehab services, charities, support groups
- give advice for healthy eating/ lifestyle tips - nhs services
- support in pregnancy - optimising babies health
what is accessing support from specialist agencies as a treatment?
- can be referred to an external provider for specialist treatment to help recovery - dermatologists etc
- can be recommended charities such as mind, age uk, youngminds etc
- something for everyone/ all issues and conditions - allows everyone to get the specific help that they need
what is the purpose of rehabilitation?
to enable a person to recover from an accident or serious illness to live as independently as possible
when is rehabilitation used?
for example, after a heart attack or stroke but it can also be used as part of a wider treatment programme, for example for someone with a mental illness
what do rehabilitation programmes contain?
they are designed for specific individual circumstances and involve physiotherapists, occupational therapists, counsellors or psychotherapists. they may also use complementary therapists outside of convential medical treatment such as accupunture, reflexology and aromatherapy
what types of equipment might someone with a physical condition need in order to live independently?
- wheelchair
-ramps - height of equipment adjusted such as kitchen cabinets
what other types of service users may need specialist equipment to live independently?
people with dementia/ alzheimers, loss of hearing/ sight loss, learning disability
what are some examples of mobility aids that may be given to someone with a condition such as arthritis, broken limbs, multiple sclerosis or muscular dystrophy?
- wheelchair
- walking sticks
- adapted cars- driving with hands
- stair lifts
what are some examples of specialist equipment that could be given to support everyday activities?
- specialist cutlery
- gadgets such as peelers, tin openers, jar openers etc
- adapted chairs/ tables for wheelchairs/ easier use
- wetrooms
- adapted toilet
what is domicilary care?
It is a form of care given in an individuals own home, and they are given suppoprt to do lots of tasks such as administer medication, personal care and activities (daily tasks)
why is domicilary care important?
it allows people to be as independent as possible and still receive all the care they need in order to do this
what is one of the most important things about domicillary care?
- that the service providers are thoughtful and sensitive in their practice
- they must prioritise the service users preferences and routines as much as possible - such as whether they would rather have a bath or a shower
- dignity must always be maintained
how does the role of a domicilary worker differ from a care worker or a nurse?
they go directly to a persons home where the individual is mroe comfortable, so the care is a lot more personal
what is a cultural difference that a muslim or hindu may take part in?
- muslims or hindus usually prefer to wash in running water rather than having a bath
- prefer to be treated and supported by someone of the same sex
- muslims will require halal food
what is a cultural difference that may be noticed for someone who is jewish?
they will require khosher food
give an example of another difference that will need to be considered when providing care for individuals
allergies and intolerances to foods and food preperation
How can the routines of service users be supported in the context of their day to day life at home?
By ensuring that:
- the person has access to all rooms at home - no stairs
- facilities are in reach - sockets not floor level
- hoists available where needed
- toilets in easy access
How can the routines of service users be supported in the context of their day to day life at an educational setting?
- ensuring they can access classrooms and laboratories
- disabled children have access to play and exercise facilities
- the curriculum is adapted to meet their needs - change of language used
- having access arrangements such as lifts and ramps
How can the routines of service users be supported in the context of their day to day life at a leisure setting?
by providing:
- accessible changing facilities
- suitable signage - braille
- access to adapted seating and spaces for elevated wheelchair viewing
- accessible toilets to meet all needs
- disabled parking so that all individuals can access places
How can the routines of service users be supported in the context of their day to day life at work?
By providing:
- awareness training for work colleagues
- a support worker to help the person in the workplace
- extra time to complete work tasks where necessary
- flexible hours so that they can attend appointments where needed
what is the first part of the care planning cycle?
asssessing the individual healthcare needs of their service users
what is the second part of the care planning cycle?
agreeing a care plan that promotes the service users health and wellbeing
what is the last part of the care planning cycle?
evaluating the effectiveness of the care implemented. it is continuously assessed
why is adjustment necessary in a care plan?
the clients health or social circumstances may change, the resources that are available may change, might be changes in their health care team and they may aquire new information.
Give two advantages to the care planning cycle
- able to adapt care if needed as staff are constantly aware of changes in circumstances
- all of the service users PIES needs are met
give two disadvantages of the care planning cycle
- people with learning difficulties may struggle with a change in carers and the support given
- time restraints/ availability of resources/ delays in tasks being done to adjust care
what do care plans assess?
- health/ physical needs
- emotional/ mental health
- social needs
- personal care assistance
- intellectual needs
- accomodation needs
-transport/ access - financial situation of service user
- education needs
- financial situation
- employment
- need of carers
what is the process of care planning?
- co-ordinated and carried out by a professional, such as a nurse, occupational therapist or by a multi disciplinary team
- care plans are person centred and should always benefit service users. if service users have an informal carer their needs should also be included in the plan
- care planning is governed by the Care Planning, Placement and Case review (England) Regulations 2010
what is an informal carers assessment?
carers who provide a substantial amount fo care have their needs assessed, and sometimes respite care can be provided
what is a care programme approach assessment?
this is for people with mental health issues, their carers needs are also assessed and suggestions for treatment are given. this type of care plan must be reviewed regularly with professionals to make sure it is still working effectively
what is a family assessment?
In the case of a child with special needs, the assessment should look at the whole family when considering the provision put in place, ensuring that it benefits everyone
what is a young carers assessment?
people under 18 who provide care are entitled to have their needs assessed
what is an OT (occupational therapy) assessment?
looks at the physical needs of a person and how to support them in their own home
what is a risk assessment?
all service providers such as soical services, home care agencies or voluntary organisations have a legal responsibility to do a risk assessment before they provide services in order to protect the health and safety of their staff
how is a care plan agreed?
Priorities are shared and agreed on, and a holistic plan is developed in a group, agreed by professionals, informal carers and the service user. this may take several meetings and can be time consuming or difficult to co ordinate to get everyone in one place.
what is the monitor, review and evaluate stage of the care plan?
regular reviews are carried out, gathering information on how things are going and what works well or doesnt work well. analysis and evaluations are done and changes are discussed with everyone in the team.
what is the ammendments stage of the care plan?
a new improved care plan is developed and resources, appointments and daily tasks are all met to an agreed standard with informal carers also having their needs considered too
