Unit 2- Equality, Diversity and Rights Flashcards by SJ Thomas

Define Equality

A person is treated fairly, respected as an individual, given the same opportunities and treated according to their needs

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Define Diversity

the differences between people

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What are the 9 protected characteristics?

Disability
Sexual orientation
Gender reassignment
Marriage+Civil partnership 
Age
Race
Religion+Belief
Pregnancy+Maternity
Sex

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Define Rights

What an individual is entitled to under legislation

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What are the benefits of understanding diversity?

Empowerment
Independance
Inclusion
Respect
Dignity
Opportunity
Access 
Participation

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What are the six basic human rights?

Consultation
Confidentiality
Choice
Right to life
Equal and fair treatment
Protection from abuse+harm

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Define stereotype

A generalised belief about a group of people

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Define Labelling

To attatch a name or characteristic to a person that can be negative

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Define Prejudice

A negative opinion, attitude or feeling made about someone before having enough information to make a judgement

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Define discrimination

The practice of treating one person or a group of people less fairly or less well than others

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Define Harassment

Behavior that violates the dignity of, intimidates or offends a person with a protected characteristic

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Define Positive action

Taking steps to support those with protected characteristics so they have the same chances as everyone else

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Define protected characteristic

Characteristics that can’t be used as a basis for discrimination (Equality Act 2010)

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What are the values of care in health and social care settings?

Promoting equality and diversity
Promoting individual’s rights and beliefs
Maintaining confidentiality

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What are the nine values of care in child care settings?

Child welfare
Child safety in healthy environments
Working w/ parents, guardians and families
Encouraging learning and development
Valuing diversity
Equality of opportunity
Anti-discrimination
Confidentiality
Working w/ other professionals

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What are the aims of support networks?

Promote equality and diversity

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What are the 3 main support networks?

Advocacy
Support Groups
Informal Support

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What is the function of values of care?

They outline what is expected of care workers and the behaviours and values they should demonstrate in their work

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How can equality and diversity be promoted in health and social care settings?

Using non-discriminatory language
Challenge discrimination
Meeting needs
Ensure help given to those in need

How is confidentiality maintained?

Information is shared on a need-to-know basis with other professionals and not to be shared with family/friends unless permission is given

How can individual’s rights and beliefs be promoted?

Access to a prayer room
Offering choices (eg. type of birth wanted)
Meeting dietary needs
Being a reflective practionter

What are the values of care in social settings?

Promoting dignity and individuality
Supporting active participation
Equality and Inclusion

Give some examples of Advocacy services

SEAP
Mencap
Empower Me
British institute of learning disabilities

How can Advocacy services help and support an individual?

They help resolve issues or concerns about health and wellbeing so that individuals are in control about decisons made about them

Give some examples of Support Groups

Mind Age UK Headway

How can Support Groups help and support an individual?

They can: offer advice, raise awareness, produce factsheets and provide family support

Give some examples of Informal Support

Friends Family Neighbours Teachers

How can Informal Support help and support an individual?

They can provide essential services such as: shopping, driving to medical appointments, someone to talk to etc

Why do individual's discriminate against others?

Misinformation through media, family or friends | People may not see their actions as discriminatory

Define direct discrimination

Intentionally excluding an individual

Define indirect discrimination

When policy or rules are less favourable for some people, but not done intentionally

Define Bullying

range of behaviors that intimidate, frighten or harms an individual

Give some examples of bullying

humilation, insults, name calling, inappropriate comments

What are the types of abuse?

``` Physical Verbal Psychological Sexual Neglect ```

Who is affected by discriminatory practice?

Everyone who uses, visits or works in a health, social care or childcare environment

What impact can discriminatory practice have on individual's?

Disempowerment Low self-esteem and confidence Poor health and wellbeing

Which factors are the basis of discrimination?

``` Race Culture Disability Social class Age Gender Sexual orientation Religion ```

Explain Disempowerment in terms of discrimination

lack of control in their life

Explain Low self esteem and confidence in terms of discrimination

Individual feels worthless

Explain Poor health and well being in terms of discrimination

May become withdrawn and isolated Frightened about further abuse and discrimination High blood pressure Anxiety

Define revalidation

The process where registered nurses and widwives are required, every three years, to demonstrate to the Nursing and Midwifery Council they remain fit to practice

What is the purpose of legislation?

protect the rights of individual's receiving care and the people providing care Moniters care organisations and sets standards of care Allows people to understand what they have a right to and what to expect

Briefly explain the Care Act (2014)

Duty on local authorities to promote an individual's wellbeing Care continues from one area to another Permission for Child's Needs Assessments to be carried out Ensure enquiries into abuse and neglect cases Aims to create person-centred approach to peoples care

Briefly explain the Health and Social care Act (2012)

Enabling patients to have more control over the care they receive Professionals have freedom and power to commission care that meets local needs Promote joint working and tackle inequalities in people's health and wellbeing Aims to empower patients and give new focus to public health

Briefly explain the Equality Act (2010)

Makes direct and indirect discrimination illegal Prohibits discrimination in education, employment, access to goods, services and housing Adjustments made for those with disabilities Legal framework to protect rights of individuals and advance equality of opportunity

Briefly explain the Mental Capacity Act (2005)

Legal framework to protect+empower those unable to make own decisions Every adult has right to make own decisions unless mental capacity is lacking People have right to make unwise decisions Decisions made in best interest