Ta4 Proctecting Service Users

Question 1

What is safeguarding?

Answer 1

Actions taken to protect service user’s health and wellbeing.

Safeguarding policies include defined steps to ensure safety.

Question 2

What are the key components of safeguarding policies?

Answer 2

• Protecting service users from neglect
• Empowering service users to live safely
• Promoting health and wellbeing
• Safer recruitment policies
• Reporting procedures
• Staff training requirements
• Having a trained DSL
• Recognizing signs of harm and abuse

DSL stands for Designated Safeguarding Lead.

Question 3

Who needs protecting under safeguarding policies?

Answer 3

• Vulnerable groups (e.g., homeless people)
• Children
• People with physical and learning disabilities
• People with mental health conditions
• Older adults in residential care
• People with sensory impairments
• Individuals dependent on carers

This includes children and older adults in various care settings.

Question 4

What are the potential impacts of negative safeguarding?

Answer 4

• Intellectual effects
• Physical effects (e.g., pain, bruising)
• Social effects (e.g., withdrawal, isolation)

Negative impacts can lead to low self-esteem, depression, and lack of skills development.

Question 5

Fill in the blank: A _______ is a set process that is followed, such as a fire drill.

Answer 5

[safety procedure]

Question 6

What is the role of the Designated Safeguarding Lead (DSL)?

Answer 6

Person responsible for safeguarding.

The DSL ensures that safeguarding policies are implemented effectively.

Question 7

What are common reasons for carrying out infection prevention?

Answer 7

• Infections can lead to serious illness or fatalities
• Can affect emotional wellbeing
• May cause staff shortages
• Can increase care requirements for service users
• High risk of infection from work activities
• Vulnerability due to weakened immune systems

Infection prevention is crucial in health and social care settings.

Question 8

True or False: Infections can only affect service users, not service providers.

Answer 8

False

Infections can affect both service users and providers, leading to various complications.

Question 9

What is the purpose of the Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS)?

Answer 9

Criminal checks.

The DBS helps to ensure that individuals working with vulnerable groups are suitable.

Question 10

List some types of PPE used in health and social care.

Answer 10

• Surgical masks
• Overshoes
• Face masks
• Disposable gloves
• Rubber gloves
• Overalls
• Hairnets/hygiene hats

PPE is essential for protecting both staff and service users from infections.