TASKS There are three tasks to this assignment. TASK 1 2 3 TASK 1 1. Explain what a social care worker must do if they become aware of unsafe practice. EVIDENCE Short answer questions Research and account Booklet OUTCOMES 1.3, 4.1, 4.2, 5.2, 5.3 3.3, 5.1 1.1, 1.2, 2.1, 2.2, 2.3, 3.1, 3.2, 3.4 Unsafe practice should be reported to the manager and recorded so they can correct it and provide training if needed. If you are told by a service user that they are being abused you must tell your manager even if the service user ask's you not to tell to must make them aware that you are duty bound to do so to protect them.
State your understanding of the important considerations when releasing information to the various groups who may request patient information from a health facility. Each group must be discussed separately, giving the type of information that can be released and the procedure that must be followed when releasing information. Use the following Side headings: • Introduction on the importance of privacy and confidentiality of patient records Release of information to: • other health professionals • the patient • the patient’s family • solicitors, insurance companies, etc • Courts of law. Your report should be presented to business standards and be appropriate
Bii Choose one of the situations and describe how best to manage the risks involved, explaining the reasons why this would be best practice. Biii Explain where a social care worker can find advice, support and information relating to conflicts and dilemmas in adult social care. Task C Guidance Notes Write a set of guidance notes for social care workers to help them deal with complaints. In the notes, you must: Ci Explain legal and organisational requirements for dealing with complaints. Cii Describe how best to respond to complaints from service users, other practitioners and the family of service
This is to protect the individual human rights to privacy and confidentiality. Task B Information leaflet A new person will be working with you in an adult social care setting. You are required to produce an information sheet for the person to help with information handling. The information sheet should: Bi describe where to get information and advice about handling information We can gather information and advice about handling information from senior member of staff or Managers who have the experience and knowledge to help us especially a new member of staff and we also have companies policies and procedures guidelines to follow. Websites are also a good tool to use for guidance about handling information such as www.gov.uk/data-protection/the-data-protection-act Bii explain what a social care worker should do if they have worries over recording, storing or sharing information A social care worker would put their concerns in writing and be clear about dates and times and what steps you took and any responses you have had.
301 Principles of communication in adult social care settings Ai Identify four different reasons why people communicate - We communicate to build relationships with people; families, friends, colleagues and with your residents. - Communication is the way we express how we feel and give our opinions. - Communication is used between people to exchange ideas, facts and impressions. - We also use communication to give people guidance and reassurance. Aii Explain how effective communication can affect relationships in an adult social care setting between: a) Colleagues and other professionals It is essential to have good communication between your colleagues and any other professions involved in the care of an individual.
1.Understand requirements for handling information in health and social care settings 1.1 Identify legislation and codes of practice that relate to handling information in health and social care. There is lots of different legislation that is based around health and social care. The Main one with regard to handling data is the 1998 data protection act this explains the law based around how and when certain information is to be used, stored and shared. The health and social care act 2008 required the CQC to create a code of practice regarding personal information, this explains how you should obtain, handle and use personal confidential information. 1.2 Summarise the main points of legal requirements and codes of practice for handling information in health and social care The main points are as follows: * data must be followed in a fair and lawful way.
Av Describe three verbal and three non-verbal communication methods and styles that a social care worker may use in an adult care setting. Avi Explain why it is important to respond to an individual’s reactions during communication. Avii Explain how an individual’s background can influence their communication methods. Aviii Identify three examples of barriers to communication and explain how you could overcome each barrier. Aix Describe two strategies that you could use to clarify misunderstandings.
Assignment 204 Task C- short Answer Questions Ci Explain what a social care worker must do if they become aware of unsafe practice. First, discuss with his colleague (who is performing) about the unsafe practice and the risk involves result in this practice. Then he can show the safe way to do and explain how it minimise the risk. Any unsafe practice should be recorded and reported to the manager in order to be corrected informing all of the staff by providing training or necessary information. If manager does not hear you, or nothing come in action to eliminate unsafe practice, then you have all the way right to complain to the social service, CQC, health and safety commission and department of health.
Aiii Explain two ways of helping other practitioners to understand the importance of handling information securely. Explain the potential consequences of handling personal information securely and to follow the legislation and codes of practice. They summarise the main points of legal requirement for handling information; •Data Protection Act 1998 •Freedom of information Act 2000. Aiv Explain two ways of helping other practitioners to understand the different systems used to record information in adult social care settings. By explaining the importance of keeping confidential information such as daily recordings or daily activities in a secure place and not to pass on any information to anyone outside of the individual’s direct team.
Health and Social Care Assignment UNIT 7 - UNDERSTAND PERSON CENTRED APPROACHES IN ADULT SOCIAL CARE SETTINGS ASSIGNMENT OVERVIEW In this assignment you will demonstrate your knowledge of person-centred care. You will explore what is meant by the term ‘consent’, define person-centred values, and consider how active participation can be used to best effect. You will consider how risk assessments can support informed choices and examine the factors that contribute to the well being of individuals using the service. TASKS There are three tasks to this assignment. TASK 1 EVIDENCE Short answer questions Case studies Information leaflet OUTCOMES 2.1, 2.2, 2.3, 4.1, 4.2, 4.3, 4.4, 6.1, 6.2, 6.3 5.1, 5.2, 5.3, 5.4, 5.5 1.1, 1.2, 3.1, 3.2, 3.3, 3.4 2 3 TASK 1 1.