person centred approach Flashcards
define person centred approach
seeing the person as an individual, focusing on their personal needs , wants , goals and aspirations
define th 6 key concepts of person centred approach
knowing the person as an individual
respect and dignity
respecting the individuals values and preferences
empowerment
choice and autonomy
empathy and compassion
explain the impact of knowing the person as an individual - PCA
Taking time to find out about the person beyond that illness/disability
Thinking about what is important to an individual, i.e. their goals and aspirations, their family, relationships, likes and dislikes
This can help facilitate individual routines
explain the impact of empowerment– PCA
More aware of their own strengths and abilities, they will feel more confident and take more control of their life
learning new skills that will enable them to become more independent and work more positively and with professionals and others to achieve their goals
what are the 3 key principles of person- centred care ?
1) independence and rights
2) co-production, choice and control
3) inclusive and competent communities
explain independence and rights
- the right to live the way they want to live (home adaptations, choice of residence etc)
- the right to be employed ( equality act 2010 ensures individuals with disabilities cannot be discriminated against )
- the right to form meaningful relationships- if an individual is able to spend more time in the community there’s more chance of them meeting new people and making friends
give an example of respecting the individuals values and preferences- PCA
respecting a jewish service users religious practice and beliefs. e.g. they may not want to arrange a non emergency medical procedure on the Sabbath day as they believe it’s the day of rest
explain choice and autonomy - PCA
- each initial should be supported to make choices about their care and support
- they should be given info in a way they understand so they can make informed choices
- when working with unfocused who cannot express their wants in words you must find other ways of communicating
explain choice and autonomy - PCA
- each initial should be supported to make choices about their care and support
- they should be given info in a way they understand so they can make informed choices
- when working with unfocused who cannot express their wants in words you must find other ways of communicating
how can you provide dignified care - PCA
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- have an open and positive attitude
- take time to do things their way
- don’t make assumptions about how they want to be treated
- be aware of how personal care can affect their dignity
how can you provide dignified care - PCA
(4)
- have an open and positive attitude
- take time to do things their way
- don’t make assumptions about how they want to be treated
- be aware of how personal care can affect their dignity
what does treating someone in a dignified way mean
treating them with respect, valuing their individuality, ethical and moral beliefs.
what does treating someone in a dignified way mean
treating them with respect, valuing their individuality, ethical and moral beliefs.
how can empathy and compassion be shown to service users
- practice good manners
- show personal interest
- acknowledge their feelings
don’t treat them like objects, burdens, numbers
explain co- production, choice and control - principle of PCA
- treat service user as an equal partner in decision making about their care
- be able to make decisions about their care / life
- to have what’s important to them
explain inclusive and competent communities - principle of PCA
individuals should have the opportunity to participate in community activities, to volunteer in their community and feel like they belong