LO4 - anti- discriminatory practise✅

Question 1

list 6 ways of applying best practise to H+SC settings

Answer 1

1- being non- judgemental = being respectful, openminded to see other POV, communicating effectively and being empathetic

2- effective communication = aiding understanding, age appropriate language, active / interested listening and undetanding

3- valuing diversity = appreciating different beliefs and religions, celebrating different holidays such as xmas and Diwali

4- mentoring and monitoring = observing and checking the quality of care provided is appropriate, giving support and guidance from one staff member to another

5- staff meetings= grant the opportunity to discuss best practise, WWW + EBI, concerns and issues need to be raised. these meetings also allow staff tone reminded of policies and procedures and sanctions that are there if these aren’t met.

6- performance management = involves one to one meetings and observations overtime to provide feedback on performance so the best standards of care are provided

Question 2

suggest 4 other ways of challenging discrimination:

Answer 2

1- dealing with conflict, needs to be handled carefully, active listening should be shown as well as empathy

2- applying values of care, ensure appropriate care is provided , diversity and rights are valued

3- providing clear systems of redress so victims of discrimination can speak up and punishment can occur for the issuing the discrim. (whistle blowing)

4- offering training, mentoring and monitoring for best practise

Question 3

explaining discriminatory practise:

explain stereotyping, labelling and prejudice

inadequate car example?

abuse and neglect?

breach of health and safety?

Answer 3

• jumping to conclusions about someone, assuming they’re going to behave a certain way when it isn’t a known fact what they will be or be like
• not administrating medication on time or not consulting a patient on their treatment plan or their preferences.
• hitting some one or calling them names
• forgetting to lock a cabinet of drugs or a lack of supervision in a primary school

Question 4

methods of challenging discrimination:

list the 3 methods and explain

Answer 4

• challenging it at the time = speak to the individual and raise awareness that what there doing is wrong and wont be tolerated
• challenging it after via procedures = show the relevant polices that star any form of discrimination wont be accepted and will be punished. discussion at senior level should take place where the issue is eradicated and disciplinary action can take place
• challenge through long term procedure campaigning= sessions can be ran about the values of care, a equality and diversity course can be arranged for those who don’t comply to highlight the importance of treating ppl with respect.