UNIT 1 H&S Flashcards
WHAT IS EQUALITY
HAVING EQUAL ACCESS TO SERVICES AND TREATING EVERYONE EQUALLY
WHAT IS DIVERSITY
recognising that everyone is unique and respecting their differences
WHAT RIGHTS DO EVERYONE HAVE ? (6)
protection from harm and abuse
confidentiality
equal and fair treatment
right to life
consultation
choice
Give two examples of choice
food options
selection of GP
Give two examples of confidentiality
having personal notes kept in a locked filing cabinet
not talking about personal info in earshot of others
Give two examples of consultation
what type of care the individual wants if possible
opinions and views should be heard
Give two examples of protection of harm and abuse
Fire and evacuation procedures should be in place
Document any concerns and report unusual activity
Give two examples of equal and fair treatment
Making the setting accessible eg wheelchair ramps
Should be treated within the law and according to their needs
Give two examples of right to life
Not being discriminated against
Getting information about your treatment
What is right to life?
An individual’s life is protected by human rights laws and their lives should be valued and respected
What is consultation?
they should be asked for their opinions about their treatments and should be informed on what care they will receive
What is confidentiality?
private info should only be shared with individuals directly involved with an individual’s care
What is choice?
gives individuals control over their lives and increases self esteem as it promotes independence and empowerment
What is equal and fair treatment?
individuals working in or using h&s services should be treated within the law and according to their needs
What is protection from harm and abuse?
Care settings should have safeguarding procedures in place and follow health and safety legislation?
what is legislation?
laws passed by parliament that state the rights of an individual
What 3 values do h&s services focus on?
promoting equality and diversity
maintaining confidentiality
promoting indivudual rights and beliefs
What is a need to know basis?
info is only shared with those directly involved in the care of an individual
what are 2 examples of promoting equality ?
care services being accessible for everyone e.g. wheelchair ramps
staff using non discriminatory language and if it is used it is challenged
What are 2 examples of promoting diversity ?
offering choice with menus e.g. vegetarian
care home residents are offered different activities to take part in
What are 2 examples of promoting individual rights?
female staff available to meet cultural requirements
consulting an expectant mother if she wants to have a hospital birth or home birth
What are 2 examples of promoting beliefs ?
providing a prayer room
religious dietary needs met e.g. menus with option like kosher
What are 2 examples of maintaining confidentiality?
need to know basis
info kept in password protected computers
What are the 8 values of care in child care services?
Maintaining confidentiality
Working with other professionals
Making the welfare of the child paramount
Ensuring equality of opportunity
Keeping children safe and maintaining a healthy environment
Working in partnership with family
Encouraging children’s learning and development
Anti discriminatory practice
