Some disabilities may be more ‘seen’ or evident than others. Back and neck problems, accidents or injury leading to long term disability, arthritis and any other condition affecting the joints, amputation, fibromyalgia, multiple sclerosis, partial or total paralysis, cerebral palsy and head injury. Other conditions such as respiratory and cardiac diseases, epilepsy, diabetes, cancer and AIDS can all have an impact on co-ordination, dexterity, strength, speed and stamina. 1.3 Outline the effects that reduced mobility may have on an individual’s wellbeing Each difficulty will vary greatly from person to person even if they have the same condition/disability. Most effects will include: • Fatigue • Drowsiness • Chronic weakness • Memory difficulties • Difficulties with studying for extended periods of time without
Unit 46 – Provide Support for Mobility 1.1 Define mobility Mobility is the ability to freely move physically. 1.2 Explain how different health conditions may affect and be affected by mobility A vast range of disabilities and conditions can result in mobility and physical difficulties, which may impact on access to learning. Some of the most common on-going or permanent conditions result from muscular and skeletal disabilities and from on-going medical conditions which affect mobility. Some disabilities may be more ‘seen’ or evident than others. Back and neck problems, accidents or injury leading to long term disability, arthritis and any other condition affecting the joints, amputation, fibromyalgia, multiple sclerosis, partial or total paralysis, cerebral palsy and head injury.
UNIT 4222-211 PROVIDE SUPPORT FOR MOBILITY OUTCOME 1 1.1 The ability to move freely or be easily moved. 1.2 A vast range of disabilities and conditions can result in mobility and physical difficulties, which may impact on access to learning. Some of the most common ongoing or permanent conditions result from muscular and skeletal disabilities and from ongoing medical conditions which affect mobility. Some disabilities may be more prominent or evident than others. Back and neck getting up from problems, accidents or injury leading to long term disability, arthritis and any other condition affecting the joints, amputation, fibromyalgia, multi sclerosis, partial or total paralysis, cerebral palsy and head injury.
Involvement of key people, allowing access to information about themselves and also involving the individual in identifying and managing risks if capable of doing so when planning support and care. 1.3 One of the difficulties for a individual with dementia is that their dementia progresses, they may lack capacity to make decisions for themselves. However, the fact that they cannot make decisions in some areas does not mean they cannot make other decisions themselves. For example an individual may be able to make a decision
As a carer non-verbal communication will become important, body language, facial expressions, gestures, eye contact and tone of voice will have to be taken into account when communicating with a sufferer. As the dementia progresses, it gets more difficult for the sufferer to put a sentence together, regular responses like ‘hello’ and ‘goodbye’ will be maintained for the longest period of time, in the later stages of dementia the person may find it difficult to speak at all. 2. Explain how physical and mental health factors may need to be considered when communicating with an individual with dementia Individuals with dementia may have other difficulties such as loss of hearing. It is therefore important to ensure that any hearing aids are working well and that you speak in a loud clear voice so you can be understood.
Q1.2 Describe the impact of specific conditions on the correct movement and positioning of and individual A1.2 there are a number of conditions that can impact on moving and positioning of individuals, these include arthritis, Parkinson's disease, cerebral palsy, stroke and amputation of limbs. Below are some of the problems that may occur with such conditions. Arthritis. Arthritis suffers will often have stiff and painful joints and frequently a limited range of movement within the affected area. Parkinson's disease.
Individuals with arthritis have to be supported to move gently as they may be in a lot of pain and positioning or moving may be uncomfortable. An individual that has had a stroke might have one arm or leg stronger than the other so this needs to be taken into account when weight bearing or moving so as to avoid putting pressure on the weak side. An individual who is blind might need more reassurance and explanations about the move and what is around them as they cannot see. 2.1Legislation includes the Management of Health and Safety at Work Regulations, this introduced the requirement for risk assessment, risks when moving and positioning individuals must be assessed and acted on. all staff must be trained in moving and positioning individuals and employers are to
Some examples of disabilities and conditions which can have an impact on mobility are: Back and neck problems, accidents or injury leading to long term disability, arthritis and any other condition affecting the joints, dementia, amputation, , multiple sclerosis, partial or total paralysis, cerebral palsy and head injury. Other conditions such as respiratory and cardiac diseases, epilepsy, diabetes, cancer and AIDS can all have an impact on co-ordination, dexterity, strength, speed and stamina. There are a vast range of health conditions which can be improved by mobility, here are a few. After an individual has suffered a stroke areas of their body will be weak and it is important that a physiotherapist devises a programme of exercise to strengthen the weak areas in order to regain the mobility. After joint surgery such as hip replacement exercise is key to making a full recovery and mobility of the joint.
It has similar symptoms to Parkinson's disease such as tremors, slowness of movement and speech difficulties. People with vascular dementia may suffer from incontinence or seizures where as other types of dementia may not have those symptoms. However the level of ability and disability depend on individual's age and condition of dementia, people who are living with dementia in earlier age such as 60's-70's are less likely to be as dependable on others than people living with dementia at the age of over their 70's or 80's. People also have different levels of stamina at different ages, so their ability and disability may vary and the level of support they require will be varied as well. There is little awareness or understanding of the needs of people who develop dementia at an early age, and this can make it very difficult for younger people to access adequate support.
It is common for people with data entry positions to suffer from RSI in the wrists, neck, and/or back. Symptoms of RSI include but are not limited to numbness, tingling, tremors, lack of sensation, feelings of heaviness or pain, and lack of endurance. Muscles, tendons, and nerves can all be affected. Most people have occasional aches and pains but if someone has the symptoms listed regularly when using a computer it is possible they suffer from RSI or another aliment affecting the hand, wrist, neck, upper back, or shoulders. RISK FACTORS There are many risk factors that can increase the likelihood of developing or making worse a preexisting condition of RSI.