Topic 4 💜 Flashcards
Service users who need safeguarding (7)
Vulnerable groups
Children
People with disabilities
People with mental health issues
Adults in residential care
People with sensory impairment
People dependant on carers
Physical impacts of lack of safeguarding (3)
Weight change
Self-harm
Physical damage
Intellectual impacts of lack of safeguarding (3)
Delayed language development
Difficulties in decision making
Confusion
Emotional impacts of lack of safeguarding (3)
Feeling constantly anxious or worried
Flinching when approached
Feelings of depression/guilt
Social impacts of lack of safeguarding (3)
Difficulty in forming relationships
Isolation
Not willing to seek help
Safeguarding procedures (4)
Safeguarding policy = reviewed every year
DSL = named person responsible for safeguarding
Reporting procedures = all staff should know
DBS = three types of checks (standard, enhanced and barred list)
The need of safeguarding training for staff (4)
Aware of their duty to report any concerns
Know procedures for reporting signs
Know who to report to
Identify signs of harm
General cleanliness (5)
Use anti-bacterial sprays
Mop and vacuum regularly
Clean equipment regularly
Disinfect toilets regularly
Correct disposal of hazardous waste
Personal hygiene measures (8)
Hair tied/covered
Open wounds covered
No jewellery
No nail polish
Correct hand washing routine
Regular showering
Regular teeth brushing
Appropriate disposal of tissues
Personal protective equipment (8)
Disposable aprons
Disposable gloves
Rubber gloves
Face masks
Hairnets
Overalls
Overshoes
Surgical scrubs
Safety procedures for reducing risk (5)
First aid policy
Risk assessment
Staff training programmes
Emergency procedures
Equipment considerations
Safety measures in places of care (2)
Displaying fire safety notices
Using warning signs (‘wet floor’ or ‘no entry’)
