Health & Social Care RO21

Health & Social Care RO21 Values Of Care / Rights - Answer- Protection from abuse & harm Equal & fair treatment Choice Confidentiality Consultation What are rights? - Answer- Rights are "what individuals are entitled to by law" Areas of Development - Answer- Physical Intellectual Emotional Social Values of care applied - Answer- Maintaining confidentiality Promoting equality & diversity Promoting rights & beliefs When it isn't possible to maintain confidentiality - Answer- If a service user is going to harm themselves or others If they are going to commit a serious crime If it is a child protection issue The 6 Groups Of People To Remember - Answer- Children and young people Ethnic minority groups Vulnerable adults Older people People with disabilities Men and women Acts of legislation - Answer- The Equality Act, 2010 The Children's Act, 2004 The Mental Health Act, 2007 The Health & Safety At Work Act, 1974 The Data Protection Act, 1998 The Health & Safety At Work Act, 1974 - Answer- It is the duty of the employer to ensure health and safety of all employees It is the responsibility of the employee to take care of themselves and any other person that could be affected by there actions The employees must not interfere or misuse anything provided by the employer The employer is responsible in making sure the premises/machinery is safe Employers must provide policies & procedures (P&P) The Children's Act, 2004 - Answer- Allows children to remain safe in their environments Helps children to enjoy life Allows children to be healthy Assists children in their quest to succeed No child should ever be humiliated or smacked Equality Act, 2010 - Answer- Gives greater protection from unfair discrimination Makes it easier for employers to understand their responsibilities Protects the 9 protected characteristics Covers victimisation and harassment Mental Health Act, 2007 - Answer- Allows people with a mental 'disorder' to be admitted to hospital They can be detained and treated without their consent - for their own health and safety or for the protection of others. Lists definitions of the mental disorders Data Protection Act, 1998 - Answer- The law that covers the protection of personal information It says how your personal information can and cannot be used It gives you the right to find out what information organisations may have on you Why is it important to maintain individuals rights? - Answer- Raise self-esteem To feel safe To instil confidence To instil trust To feel empowered To feel valued Access to service/treatments Individual needs are met Areas of personal hygiene - Answer- Hair tied back Open wounds covered No jewellery No nail polish Regular hair washing/showering Regular teeth brushing Regular hand washing Appropriate clothing Disposal of tissues/wipes Fire Safety - Answer- Bedtime checklist Evacuation plan Electrical Safety Take care in the kitchen Where you live