Unit 10 – Discussion I have analysed and calculated the results of my research questionnaire I will now discuss upon the effectiveness of my questionnaire and if in fact I have supported or contradicted my research hypothesis “Teenage girls aged 15-19 years old are unaware of the signs and symptoms and consequences of anorexia nervosa.” Explanation of findings In my second question‚ I asked the participants to define anorexia in the best way that they could. Reflecting on the question‚
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UNIT 2 EQUALITY‚ DIVERSITY AND RIGHTS IN HEALTH AND SOCIAL CARE The definition of equality is a state of being equal. For example equal rights in status‚ rights and opportunities. Equality is based on the legal obligation to comply with anti-discrimination legislation. Equality is what protects people from being discriminated against because of their sex‚ race‚ disability‚ religion‚ age or beliefs. (www.otleycollege.ac.uk-17/09/12). The definition of diversity means to be varied or different
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Unit 4222-305 1. Explain how and why person-centred values must influence all aspects of health and social work Person centred values must influence all aspects of work as it provides a more holistic and individual support service for the individual. Person centred values also support the individual with making their own choices and helps empower the person. Person centred values include; Treating people as individuals Supporting people to access their rights Supporting people to exercise
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successful health and care setting‚ they are applied in health and social care to ensure that clients are cared for in the best possible way. This assay is going to define what principles are and how they are applied in health and social care sectors. It will also talk about protection of individuals from harm‚ person cantered approach‚ ethical dilemmas according to the scenarios given‚ implementation of policies‚ legislation‚ regulations and codes of practice relevant in care sectors with their impacts
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Explaining patterns and trends in health and illness among different social groupings. Introduction There are many ways to measure patterns of ill health; these include mortality‚ morbidity‚ health events‚ disease incidence‚ disease prevalence and health surveillance. These are; Morbidity Rates is how many individuals suffer from the disease at a given time. Mortality Rates is how many individuals die from suffering from the disease and health events individuals being aware of health issues such
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Unit 8 1.1 I have identified some of the H&S legislation that has to be followed in the Health and Social care setting Health and safety at work act1974‚ Management of H&S at work regulations 1999‚ Manual Handling Operations Regulations 1992‚(RIDDOR)‚ Control of Substances Hazardous to Health Regulations 2002 (COSHH)‚ Food and Safety act 1990‚ General Food hygiene Regulations 1995‚Disabilaty Discrimination Act 1995 mental health Act 2007 and Health Safety and Welfare Regulations 1992.
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Kara Hooper – 08/11/14 Unit 503 1.1 – Explain models of practice that underpin equality‚ diversity and inclusion in own area of responsibility It is important to understand the positive values of equality and diversity in my role as all service users are vulnerable whether physically or mentally. Caring for others and engaging with them engaging in decisions in relation to their life‚ health and wellbeing exercises a certain amount of power over the vulnerable adult. This has the potential to be
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Unit 208 - Contribute to health and safety in health and social care Candidate: Rebecca Wright Assessor: Elaine Wilmot Workplace: Scene hull city council Outcome 1 - Understand own responsibilities‚ and the responsibilities of others‚ relating to health and safety in the work setting 1.1 – Identify legislation relating to general health and safety in a health or social care work setting The Health and Safety at Work Act 1974 is the primary piece of legislation covering occupational
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key aspects of legislation and guidelines relevant to the prevention and control of infection in a health or social care setting there are many items of legistlation and guidelines which are used in health and social care in order to protect and safeguard the health and well being of all of those who work and are treated in the health and social care sector. These items of legislations work by preventing the spread and threat of infection through the use of hygienic and clean practices. Legislation
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Unit 74 1.1 Explain the importance of meeting an individual’s communication needs. Service users who have communication problems need support to enable them to express themselves effectively. It is therefore important for the carer to be aware of the individuals preferred method of communication and also to support the individual to use their preferred method. Service users have the right to communicate through their chosen method and their choice should be acknowledged and respected by supporting
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