2.1 Describe what actions to take if you suspect that a person is abused.
When acting on suspicion on abuse you need to be fully aware that is isn’t going to harm the victim even more so. But you do need report this in my case I would report to my senior, nurse, and manger and if I still wasn’t satisfied then I would report this on to social services, safeguarding and CQC. I would make my report in written and date this and keep a copy for evidence. If the report was against an employee or family I would ensure in the meantime that the victim was in a safe environment.
2.2 Explain what actions you would take if a person alleges they are being abused.
I would listen to their allegation carefully and also see if they fully understand what they are saying. Once hearing the allegation I would carefully document it with a witness. I would also look carefully through the persons care plan to see if there is anything significant or previous allegations of abuse …show more content…
They do regular meetings and reviews with each individual. They prepare care plans displaying the needs what are expected to be met for their client so they are not at risk of not receiving the care they need. Also ensuring they are in safe environments. Also ensure that is a place there client is happy and safe. Also they are there for the client if they need to speak to them or have any concerns. The person who works for social services is known as a social worker this is the person who does all of the above and they have designated clients so they can devote their time fully to each client. They prevent the risk of abuse for their clients because they asses every need of the client so they do not become exposed to abuse these factors can be suitable housing, suitable care needed, suitable medication, suitable social environments organising supervisions, organising correct transport and ensuring if a chaperone is