Responsibilities of People Who Work in Health and Social Care Flashcards
Prescribing Medication
Traditionally a doctor’s role however some trained nurses can now take on the role. Other professionals who can prescribe medication include: dentists, chiropractors and physiotherapists.
Surgery
Can play a vital role in the rovery of an individual from physical disorders and illness. People in the health and social care setting play a vital role in supporting the time in which an individual recovers from surgery. This may include home visits from district nurses to monitor progress and provide treatments including changing dressings. Physiotherapists and occupational therapists support mobility and promote independence in carrying out daily life activities.
Radiotherapy
A treatment using high-energy radiation. Treatment is planned by trained, skilled radiotherapists. They work alongside a team which can include radiographers and specially trained nurses. on completion of treatment, patients may need support from their GP to ensure full healing. Radiotherapy side effects can include itchiness, peeling or blistering of the skin.
Organ Transplant
It involves either moving a body part or organ from one person’s body to another. or from one part of a persons to another location in their body. The reason for organ transplant is to replace the patients damaged or absent organ. There are many organs that can be transplanted, these include, heart, kidney, liver, lungs, pancreas and intestines. Amongst these the most commonly transplanted organs are the kidney, followed by the liver and the heart. A living donor can give one kidney, part of their liver and some other tissues, such as bone marrow. Other transplants come from donors who have recently died, so following surgery the person recieving the transplant may need support of a counsellor. Many specialists are involved in preparing the patient both physically and mentally before and after the transplant. Some of these specialists include, nurses physiotherapists, occupational therapist, counsellors and social workers. They help to provide post-operative support.
Technology and other resources that support educational achievement assistive technology
Many equipment such as assistive technology is available to help those with illnesses within their education.
