Unit 308- Understanding Individual Needs Flashcards
What is the difference between a need and a want
Want is something that we desire while a need is something that we cant live without
What is holistic care?
Holistic care is treating someone as a whole, such as respecting them with respect and dignity
Give three examples of barriers to receiving care
Discrimination, Language barrier, Cultural difference
What does cognitive impairment mean?
It is about someones condition of health
Give 2 examples of Cognitive impairment
Alzheimer’s disease, memory loss, trouble understanding, difficulty recognizing people.
What cause cognitive impairments?
- infections, such as a urinary tract infection or pneumonia
- vitamin deficiency
- dehydration
- reactions to medications
Some causes of long-term or permanent cognitive impairment include
- dementia
- stroke
- brain injury
What does ‘advanced care planning’ mean?
it’s about a care plan being arranged for the future for their care and services they need before they lose the mental capacity to make one
How does Maslow Hierarchy of Needs work?
Maslow’s Hierarchy of needs is a triangle laid out in sections, basically you start at the bottom of the triangle and move up once you have achieved the needs in the section, for example the first need you need is food,warmth,roof on your head etc. then move on to the next needs.
What is the purpose of a care plan?
To support the individuals needs,
It is the key that unlocks person centred, coordinated care. It is about working with a care and support partner to think about: what is important to you.
What is the purpose of a care plan?
To support the individuals needs
What is meant by the term ‘care package’?
care package is made after needs have been assessed. It is made up of the types of care an individual needs to meet their needs (physio, occupational therapist, district nurse support etc).
Name two models of care
Social and Medical
Give an example of a physical impairment
Not being able to hear, can see due to eye vision lost
What might be a trigger for a risk assessment to be carried out?
When a persons mental capacity is not stable
When might a care plan be reviewed?
at least once a year
What is meant by person centred care?
Having the individual in need of care is the main focus
What is domiciliary care?
Private agencies- having carers go to individuals house for their care needs