· · · · · · 1.4 Describe how incorrect handling and moving techniques can damage the skin. 1.5 Identify a range of interventions the can reduce the risk of skin breakdown and pressure sores. · · · · · · 1.6 Describe changes to an individuals skin condition that should be reported. Outcome 2 Undertsnad good practice in relation to own role when undertaking pressure area care. 2.1 Identify legislation and national guidelines affecting pressure area care.
To prevent injury or illness to persons due to sharps or spillage of contaminated fluids ALL BELOW QUESTIONS ARE OBSERVATIONS. 4.4 Apply standard precautions for infection prevention and control and other measures to minimise risks before, during and after the procedure. 4.5 Dispose of Used equipment, materials and feeds. Body fluids including those aspirated prior to feeding. In accordance with legislation and agreed ways of working 5.1 Ensure that adequate and relevant fluids, feeds and equipment are available 5.2 Confirm the identity of the individual prior to carrying out the activity 5.3 Obtain valid consent from the individual prior to carrying out the planned activity 5.4 Confirm equipment and materials are: Appropriate to the procedure.
CU311 The Principles of Infection Prevention and Control Points P1 - Understand roles and responsibilities in the prevention and control of infections P2 - Understand legislation and policies relating to prevention and control of infections P3 - Understand systems and procedures relating to the prevention and control of infections P4 - Understand the importance of risk assessment, in relation to the prevention and control of infections P5 - Understand the importance of using Personal Protective Equipment ( PPE)in the prevention and control of infections P6 - Understand the importance of good personal hygiene in the prevention and control of infections Answers P1,2 & 3 - Under the Health and safety at work act, there are several responsibilities that employees must abide by. Some of these are: • make the workplace safe • prevent risks to health • ensure safe working practices are in place and used • provide adequate first aid These responsibilities come under the health and safety at work act, which covers several other regulations such as the 'manual handling operations regulations 1992' and 'health and safety first aid regulations 1981'.There are several ways in which we reduce the risk of infection spreading. The first action which we take is to remove the initial source of infection from the environment, ie. the service user. Once the source has been removed we then ensure that no other service user enters the environment and the a member of staff wear gloves, uses clean equipment, removes waste safely and if necessary wears protective equipment.
Odours occur from bacteria found on our skin and in our mouths. Taking good care of our skin and mouth helps to protect us infections regular bathing and teeth cleaning can help to protect us from bad odours. Poor personal hygiene is known to cause illness. Poor hygiene can be a sign of mental health issues or low self esteem from isolation from others. 2 Be able to support individuals to maintain personal hygiene Describe how to maintain dignity of an individual when supporting intimate personal hygiene When supporting an individual with intimate personal hygiene it is important to explain to the individual what is going to happen and ensuring that they understand what is going to happen and that they are comfortable with what is going to happen.
Aiii: The principles to be followed for safe moving and handling are that there needs to be risk assessments and procedures done to minimise the risk of injury to the employee. This may include recommended amount of people required to move an object, specific equipment needed and training to safe about handling equipment safety. Aiv: It is important to follow the care plan and communicate with each individual when assisting and moving as moving them incorrectly may cause them to be injured or discomfort. You need to inform and discuss with the person in concern about how to be moved, provide help and equipment when required. Av: Doctors are responsible for prescribing medication.
HSC2003 Understanding approaches to managing pain and discomfort. 1. Explain the importance of a holistic approach to managing pain and discomfort. Using a holistic approach is important because it gets to the root of the problem, the reason your having pain to begin with. Pain may be coming from another part of of the body.
Nurses play an important role in the prevention of pressure ulcers. By recognizing the incidence of pressure ulcers as a nursing sensitive indicator, nurses can develop and follow skin care plans to aid in prevention. In this situation, if
Creative and Therapeutic Activities in Health and Social Care P3-IdentifyLegislations, guidelines and policies relevant to the implementation of creative and therapeutic activities * Health and Safety at Work Act 1974 * Reporting of Injuries, Diseases and Dangerous Occurrences Regulations 1995 (RIDDOR) * Control of Substances Hazardous to Health Regulations (COSHH) 2002 * The Manual Handling Operations Regulations 1992 * The Health and Safety (First-Aid) Regulations 1981 * The Disability Discrimination Act 1995 The role of the professional when planning creative and therapeutic activities | To challenge inappropriate behaviours in others | To recognise the needs of service users and others | To treat others with dignity and respect | They have to treat people fairly and without bias and about creating conditions in the workplace that encourage and value diversity and promote dignity | The service users have to be treated with dignity and respect and are committed to ensuring that all employees are provided with a safe working environment which is free from all forms of bullying, sexual harassment and harassment. | They need to listen to the clients, be sympathetic, and offer kind words of encouragement. | Negative habits might spill over into the outside world. Employees have to speak to the clients with professionalism and positive speech | They need to be motived enough to work independently and get things done without any instruction and they need to have Positive Attitude towards Work,"can-do" attitude * They need to have an interest and ability in art, crafts, drama and music * They need to be creative and imaginative * They need to have a caring and encouraging attitude * They need to have good communication skills * They need to be friendly so that the client won't be in an awkward situation |
Unit – HSC026 Implement person centred approaches in health and social care NCFE NVQ Level 2 in Health and Social Care HSC 1.1 Define person-centred values? 1.2 Explain why it is important to work in a way that embeds person centred values? 1.3 Explain why risk-taking can be part of a person centred approach? 1.4 Explain how using an individual’s care plan contributes to working in a person centred way? 2.2 How do you find out the history, preferences, wishes and needs of the individual?
According to American College of Medical Quality (2010), risk management involves identifying conditions that might put patients or a healthcare organization at the danger of undesirable outcome. In addition, the practice involves putting in place measures of avoiding, preventing, and controlling the risks. Quality management in healthcare organization is useful in managing, reducing, and alleviating risks. Risk management is an essential component of making sure that patients are safe, and that the care they get does not endanger their health or wellbeing. Process improvement is a quality management concept that involves the identification of weak areas in order to come up with ways to improve processes at the medical facility.