Provide Support for Journeys Aspects and factors to consider when planning journeys may relate to the individual, the journey itself, and health and safety. To provide effective support for an individual on a journey I begin by considering their specific needs, how the journey is going to develop, the outcome of the journey, and any health and safety factors that may be relevant to the journey. Possible risks that may develop whilst on a journey include; accidents involving the individual or others, illness, large crowds, adverse weather and vehicle breakdown. There are various ways to minimise possible risks, these include carrying a first aid kit, a mobile phone and pre planning. In addition, for each individual I will consider, medication needs, toileting requirements suitable footwear and clothing and also bus pass or money necessary to complete the journey successfully and as independently as possible.
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.
Unit CU242P - Understand the process and experience of dementia 2.2 - Explain the importance of recording possible signs or symptoms of dementia in an individual in line with agreed ways of working. It is important to record signs and symptoms of dementia as this can become a vital piece of evidence, this can be used so that the doctors know what sort of dementia they can possible diagnosing. 2.3 - Explain the process of reporting possible signs of dementia within agreed ways of working. - Describe the possible impact of receiving a diagnosis of dementia on - the individual The possible impact it can have on the imdividual is that they might feel angry, asking themselves why has this happened to them, they might feel
changing positions of individuals etc. HSC2003-Outcome 2- assist in minimising individuals pain or discomfort. 1. Describe how pain and discomfort may affect an INDIVIDUAL’S well-being and communication. Pain can effect individuals communication so it is therefore important to observe their behaviour for signs of pain.
In the case of an accident or sudden illness you should first assess the situation to see if it is safe. Then help the service user or find help for them. When the service user has been seen to, an incident report must be completed and the manager must be informed of the accident and the condition of the service user involved. Aiii. A list of the principles to be followed for safe moving and handling.
You need to work within the limits of your role and competency. Someone could be harmed if you didn’t. 2.2 ‘Agreed ways of working’ are policies, which need to be followed. These can be legal obligations or what the employer considers to be best practice. For example, it is agreed to report any accidents that occur to your manger or to provide a receipt for a service user if you went shopping for them.
Taking a travel first aid kit with you is a great way to deal with accidents if they do occur and require immediate treatment, keeping a map of where you are or keeping sight of landmarks can also help, you can also set a meeting point so that if you get separated you can meet up easily. 3 Describe different types of communication technology that can support planning and making journeys safely. Firstly you must assess your service users ability to find the best devices for their specific support level E.G you may have a client who has autism and can read maps perfectly but cannot tell the time so you would have to set alarm on their phone to tell them when to meet up. You can use computers and maps to find out the best routes, times and forms of transport for your service
A client may have an unknown allergy and could get ill from eating or drinking something. A2 Outline of the procedure to follow if an accident or sudden illness should occur. First the care worker should assess the situation and figure out if professional medical attention is necessary, if so ring 999. if the situation does not require the emergency services such as a scratch or graze then deal with the situation as is necessary, once the situation is dealt with contact line manager/on call and inform them of what has happened, when in a suitable place document all that has happened so that you have it on record. A3 A list of safe principles to be followed for safe moving and handling. Maintain a natural posture whenever possible during manual handling, keeping your ‘spine in line’.
* Environmental – This ranges from where the person lives or is currently located, financial status, access to transportation, nearby health and shopping facilities. * Physical – This could be any adverse health conditions/disabilities an individual may have. Assessment would ascertain all these. * Psychological – This would highlight what is going on in their head. E.g.
Another dilemma would be knowing when to break confidentiality and share information. If you have any concerns about an individual or feel they are at risk you need to share them and report it, it is always better to be safe than sorry. Other dilemmas in our setting could be:- • Staff falling out, • Break confidentiality, • Swearing and behaviour, • Absent staff members, • Lack of team work. 2.2 Describe how to manage risks associated with conflicts or dilemmas between an individual’s rights and the duty of care. There are many ways to manage risks associated with conflicts and dilemmas:- • Allowing individuals to explore with guidance, • Making individuals aware of potential hazards and dangers, • Allowing individuals to acquire life skills through learning how to cope with risky situations, • Staff ignorance, • Parents are a risk to staff if reported to social services.