Hsc Unit 206

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Unit 206 Outcome 1 1.Explain how a working relationship is different from a personal relationship. Working relationship is different from personal one in many ways. Working relationship has rules, policies and procedures set by an employer to follow; where we are responsible and accountable for our actions. Working relationships are more formal, conversations are more work related and no emotional or private issues are brought ( eg. sexual, religion, politics etc ). We can have work/professional relationship with someone we don't really like. We address people differently using their title or surname (eg. Dr.) Personal relationships are informal and based on emotions where we share feelings, thoughts and support between each other. In personal relationships we can be who we are, doing things together outside of work with family or friends. We don't have rigid boundaries like sharing information, personal space, being familiar etc. This type of relationship we usually chose ourselves. Describe different working relationships in health and social care settings. In health and social care there are many different working relationships and they include users, their families and friends, colleagues, management, professionals (doctors, nurses, social workers). For each we develop different relationship, some of them may be more formal than other making sure that it will be professional all the time ( we would not talk to the doctor or social worker in the same way as we talk to colleagues or users). Relationships with users are mostly one on one, we listen and observe, ask how they feel, their needs and preferences while providing care. For doctors and other professionals we should have adequate approach and keep up to date records for medical support. Relationships with colleagues should be based on respect and collaboration on daily basis.
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