There are a set of principles to follow when acting as a decision maker for someone who lacks capacity and these must be followed at all times, they state that the individuals wishes are number one and that they must not be restricted in any way and that support should be given to help them to communicate to the best of their ability. If an individual wants to do something that may endanger them, then we need to use our negotiation skills and gently persuade them this could be a bad idea and that we have a duty of care to protect them. Also we could offer different scenarios so that they may be supported in making the best choice which has the least risk to their safety. 3.3 Ways to ensure an individual with dementia, carers and others feel able to complain without fears of retribution are by showing them that there is an accessible complaints procedure which must be followed. There is legislation in place to protect us should any of us make a complaint, also we should make ourselves approachable and offer full support and ongoing information to the complainant as they go through the
Explain how the responsibilities of all concerned with the care of an individual can be supported by a risk assessment It can be supported by a risk assessment because having a risk assessment ensures all concerned about the care of the individual that they are under safe care as all risks have been identified and found a way to prevent them etc. Describe two different uses of a risk assessment in adult social care settings. Risk assessment can be used to show the potential danger in activities that the individual may want to be apart off therefor making them aware of the dangers and a risk assessment can be used to
SUPPORTING INDIVIDUALS WITH SPECIFIC COMMUNICATION NEEDS TASK C It is crucial for a support worker to be aware and take the matter carefully, because the capability to make decisions among individuals is different. it may looks quite simple to think that people with mental impairment, physical illness or people how have got language barriers, may have affect their capabilities to express agreement. A professional carer will understand how to work sensitively with service user individually and design goals to achieve successful outcomes. The mental capacity act clearly defines that every adult has the right to make their own decisions. It must be assumed that they have the capacity to do so, unless it has been proven otherwise.
You MUST always gain consent. Aiv) Care workers must always gain consent from the clients when providing care because it is the law – Human Rights Act, care workers should always respect the clients wishes. Av) There are different ways care workers could gain consent from the client, you could ask them, if they are unable to tell you they could write it down if the can do this, there facial expressions could help you especially if you know your client, and also they might use sign language. Avi) If the client is unable to give consent, care workers should check the care plan first, because it could be that the client is unwell or maybe have a UTI (Urinary Tract
1. Understand the implications of duty of care ← define the term ’duty of care’ (mai scurt) Duty of care : the legal obligation to act toward othen with careful attention and reasonable caution to protect their wellbeing and prevent harm occuring. (sau) ’A duty of care’ is a legal term. It reffers to the obligation of all adults to be aware of the wellbeing of others and take reasonable steps to ensure no-one comes to harm, as a result of any action or inaction. According to UK law, a duty of care applies to all people you come into contact with, but it is of particular significance where children, young people and adults that require safeguarding are concerned, because they are unable to meet their own needs or may be aware of potential danger.
Unit 205 Learning out comes and assesment criteria Introduction to duty of care in health, social care or children's and young people's settings. Outcome 1, Understand the implications of duty of care 1.1, As care workers, we require a legal obligation to have a 'duty of care' towards adults/ children within a care service, as well as others such as ourselves and colleagues. We are required to work in the best interests of the clients using the service, including the wellbeing and safety of him/her - this would involve the practices that are not harmful to their health as well as our own, for example only carrying out practices within our own level of comptence as well as role and responsibilities. 1.2, it is important to carry out duties that are in my job description, and that i am competent. It is also therefore necessary to regularly update my own knowledge and skills in order to provide apropriate care standards in accordance with codes of practice of care setting and services.
I f the individual is incapable of giving consent then it should be the immediate family or next of kin. Any information shared should always be in the best interest of the individual. All information should be exchanged securely and access to it carefully controlled. PC2.3, 2.4 It is important not to assume that an individual who has dementia lacks capacity and can’t make decisions as their capacity can fluctuate and may be able to make a particular decision at a particular time and should be supported in doing so. They should be supported by any possible means including talking muscle movement such as squeezing of hands, nodding of head, sign language, picture cards etc.
CU2650 SUPPORT INDIVIDUALS WITH SPECIFIC COMMUNICATION NEEDS 1. Understand specific communication needs and factors affecting them 1.1. Explain the importance of meeting an individual’s communication needs Every individual has the right to communication as the Human Rights Act (1998) lists the freedom of expression as well as other rights relating to communication. As a support worker I have a moral obligation as well as adhering to the standards, codes of practice, guidelines, morals and law that govern my practice to ensure that communication needs are met. If an individual’s communication needs are not met then all aspects of their daily life can be affected such as not being able to communicate you are well and get help.
anything done for a person who cannot make decisions for themselves must be in their best interests. This means thinking about what is best for the person and not about what anyone else wants. The new law has a checklist of things that people must think about when deciding on someone's best interests. 40 Attorney Best
Describe how you would support an individual to question or challenge decisions concerning them that are made by others (5.4) make sure that they have all the information. And understand it in order to make an informed decision. They have the right to make their own choices and decisions under the human rights act as long as the decisions they make do not put them at risk of harm or injury and they have the mental capacity to make them. You could support them to question or challenge by speaking on their behalf but you would need to know exactly what their wishes are. And record it for them to sign.