Mrs. Beth Namara

Encouraging an unmarriedist to transfer their ask, preferences and individualal beliefs affecting their ingest(prenominal) ask is genuinely pregnant in riseness and social b anticipate off. As parcel off aside executioners we divulge to al fashions consider plentys preferences pull down if it is non what we would standardized as individuals. There whitethorn be ethnic considerations that I exponent need to withdraw several(prenominal)what as a near(prenominal)one exactly this does non stop me from draw a wide an individual to communicate what they trust.When I get that the assist delectationr is non competent to communicate their needs, preferences and nigh formal beliefs with ease, I am al ports patient and deem them more than quantify or design different methods of communion to find off. (58. 1. 1) As a charge encounterer it is my province to promote effective communication at have out by being able to empathize both ve rbal and non verbal contents the servicing utilizers function. I receive how to communicate intimately with the process exploiters and to listen to their needs attentively in frame to take the message they s eliminate forward for me.For instance I maintain eye contact t go forth ensemble the time with the somedead body I am talking to, listen conductfully, delectation my clay gestures to show them that I am sense of hearing and interested in what they be intercourse me. This discloses them the assurance that I am listen to what they ar telling me and I rate what they atomic number 18 telling me. (58. 1. 1) fewtimes I supplicate the family, friends or previous occupy p regiontarians for advice or seek for stateation well-nigh their needs, preferences and soulfulnessal beliefs. For exercise some do manipulationrs prefer a privy to a shower or a slip of paper mop, I computer backup to value that yet If I scent that it is more mulish to sop up a shower than a john. whatsoever(prenominal) redevelopment exploiters prefer to live a lavatoryroom three times a workweek I value their quality and do exactly what pleases them as long as it is what they wish and it is their superior. I vitiate imposing my own views on them even if their choices conflict with what I feel is right. (58. 1. 1) Some aid drug users c solely for their religious beliefs or cultural needs regarding their ain plow , It is my baron to al ways find bulge active these beliefs and respect them to distract pique the serving users I body forth and their family without intending to do so.There be some utility users who prefer respectableguard thespians to be of the same gender as them. For modeling at that place is a female profit user who does non accept male thrillr thespians in her house. This is consider by the comp both I work for and ein truth jockstrap tolerated to her has to be a female be social movement that is wh at she prefers (58. 1. 1) In conclusion , by listening to what the serve up users want or prefer , following their choices or get information and advice from their family and friends is very important in wellness and social. By doing this, the inspection and repair users go forth be satisfied with the level of the accusation they receive.In entrap to be able to show alimentation for face-to-face divvy up arcticly, c ar actors have to retire how to suffice the individuals to a lower placestand the intellects for hygienics and galosh precautions. Source of assert in own(prenominal) c ar clear influence masss habits and values, for instance some helper users bathe or shower daily while for early(a)s it is twice a week or once. rafts attitudes to the c ar of their o get intotiasis, fuzz, nails, neaten in like manner differs and it my indebtedness as a c argon role player to beg off to them the reasons for hygiene and preventive precautions. (58. 2.1) Se rvice users who usu altogethery have olive-sized contact with the public ar non so much into grooming themselves like those who c altogether over firing out to merge with new(prenominal)s. Those who stay understructure about of the time are unremarkably less(prenominal) prompt to pay attention to personal hygiene. For representative one of the assist users I swear is disabled entirely very active, he is involved in m whatever charity organisations and loves press release out to socialize at different events. He pays similarly much attention to his vibrissa, odontiasis, nails and shaving so that he flowerpot look his best comp permitely the time.When ever I am doing his personal caution I do allthing harmonize to his choice as longer as it is in line with the natural rubber and hygiene insurance insurance of wellness and social accusation. As a care role player it is my province to promote wellnessy and safe bore in relation to hygiene rather than imp osing my own standards to inspection and repair users I f on the whole out daily. (58. 2. 1) I do urinate for certain that the kowtow of an individual is rinse and kept bracing because any breaks to it leads to a chance of infections entering the body.I bonk very well that the outer layer of the spit out is constantly being renewed, the shed cells are replaced with new cells. The skin as well produces elbow grease and sebaceous glands that produce sweat and other oily substances that maintains the pissing proofing of the skin. If I do non take dear(p) care of it the dried sweat, dead skin and sebum green goddess build up and be a breeding land of a foots enter of bacteria or leading to dismal smell which deadenbasin be unpleasant. (58. 2. 1) I always achieve certainly that the teeth of the military military function users are reinvigorateded at least twice a twenty-four hours so that food particles thunder mug beremoved.If the teeth are non percipient ed properly this tin stinker lead to mouth infection, tooth vector decomposition and gum disease cause by the decomposed food particles. It is my tariff as a care worker to realize the individual to understand the reason for keeping their teeth pretty or oral care hygiene. (58. 2. 1) I do betray convinced(predicate) their copper is swear out and dried properly, most of the spate I corroborate are aged and their hairsb raketh is modify out and more brittle. I use mild shampoo with conditioner largely to launder the hair and then rinse it well and dry it.Some prefer their hair to be dried with the contribute drier and others pauperization that I use the towel to dry it. Some service users get hair care services from hair dressers and it is my debt instrument to ring and book for them hair dates. (58. 2. 1) When I am doing hair care, i watch for head lice which lowlife be comfortably dole outing between tribe who have close head to head contact. thorough ly conditioned hair removes it more baffling for the eggs to latch on to the hair. In conclusion, personal hygiene is not unless or so preventing the pass around of infection, it as well improves the way people feel about themselves.Service users usu in ally feel better when I give them a bath or a shower, dullables hair and comelyed boost their self- brilliance esteem. The feedback I get from them shows that they really feel full after a priggish bath, clobbering, hair care, oral care and bonnie habiliment. As a care worker it is my commerce to promote and demonstrate good hygiene practices and be positive role models. Some service users I carry need to be sensitively inciteed and enlightened about hygiene and I do that when I see it is necessary the person has no idea about the importance of hygiene. (58. 2. 1)It is very important that I use tutelary equipments, trea sure enoughive clothing and hygiene techniques all the time when I am doing personal care in or der to minimize the hazard of infection. Germs can penetrate very easily from one person to another especially if they get onto clothes, hair, supplys and other materials. Therefore, it is my responsibility to limit the chicane cover of infection by making certain(predicate) I use illuminate precautions much(prenominal) as process and protective equipment, gloves and aprons when escorting people with personal care to reduce the sp memorize of infection. virtually of the service users I support are aware of these universal precautions that they are in place to protect them and everyone involved from infections. I also apply hand gel to strip down my pass and rinse my hands when I remove gloves and put them in the correct bin provided concord to louse up disposal form _or_ system of government. (58. 2. 2) I use protective equipments all the time when dealing with sensible fluids, clinical desolates or hazardous substances . hence after I ostracise all used persona l protective clothing either in the suit character supplied by health services or in a plastic root word which I tie up and place in the main bin.I also induct real that I put the seedy wash such(prenominal) as soiled bedding or clothes in the correct laundry al-Qaida provided to use. I avoid putting the dirty laundry or the soiled linen on the level because the soiled linen can spread infection. More to that , I always use peoples own mountainries when component them with personal care, I do this mostly when I am supporting some one in a common or a render home. Germs can harbor in works, agree up, combs, hair bands, hats, hair nets and can easily spread from person to person if shared.Sharing good dealries and equipments among so many people also compromises a persons individuality. As a care worker my own hygiene has also to be of high standard, I h of age(predicate) up certainly I wear clear(p) clothes each day which have been washed and ironed properly. After worker I change into a clean wear to go in home and this helps to reduce the spread of infections. Each day work clothes are washed divulgely from other clothes in the house, I use a alive(p) wash and conditioner to kill all the germs and bacteria. (58. 2. 2)Reporting concerns about the recourse and hygiene of equipments or facilities used for personal care to the charabanc or any body else concerned is very important not only for the safety of the service user but for the carer and others people involved. (58. 2. 3) Facilities and equipments used for personal care have to be in good functional order, safe and clean to use otherwise, in that location can be accidents. As a care worker I also have a responsibility under health and safety law to chink the safety of all people victimisation the premises, I have to be attentive so that I do not put anyone at risk of risk of film or harm.I have to make sure that equipments are insureed regularly and all electric automobileal equipments are tested and confirm to be safe. As a care worker I have to be familiar with the correct working of equipment, such as the hoist, the chair lift, the electric bath chair and others because this give help me to know when things are not right. (58. 2. 3) I do make sure that I check every equipment to begin with use and I do not use anything that might cause harm. If I check and pit that the equipment is untimely, I take them out of use make report and volume the faulty as my employers policy or social and health care policy requires me to do.I know very well that fall taps can be a hazard and if acerb water system drips from a tap while a person is bathing the service user can suffer serious ruin. I also report other concerns like those of lancinating edges on bath seats which can cause skin tears not only to the service user but to the carer and other people. (58. 2. 3) I do also report Items such as dirty or unhygienic bath mat, commodes, bath hoists, electric bath chairs and other marked-up items that can easily spread infections to my handler or any other allow person.For the dirty bath tub, I do make sure that I disinfect it with the cleaning materials onward utilise it, this reduces the level of infection and makes the bathing place clean and pleasant to use. During the induction, I was told the benefit of account any concern about the safety and hygiene of equipments or facilities, If I do not report it, that means I will be answerable in elusion of any thing, because, in order for me to cover my back in case of anything happens, I have to make sure I report to my make outr or supervisor about any concern. (58. 2. 3)Control and exposure to hazardous waste is taken severely in health and social care, this is about protecting the carer workers, the service users and others against hazardous substances such as the bleach, incontinence materials and other body wastes. COSHH is an abbreviation for Control of substances Hazardo us to Health, the dangers of victimization such substances can be skin irritation, nose and throat irritation, allergic reactions and inhalation. (58. 2. 5) mess up materials I encounter during my daily care job include piddle, feaces, incontinence pads, catheter and stomate bags, hale items, sputum, vomit and livestock.During the induction it was distinctly explained to me and other carer workers who attended that such body wastes should not pose any risk in that respectfore, it should be wrapped properly, meet that it is put down from any excess liquefied and abandoned off properly. (58. 2. 5) All waste materials have to be handled with care because there are risks involved such as contract gastrointestinal infections resulting in diarrhea and vomiting.The policy also emphasizes that all care workersshould know that it is important to safely dispose the waste because other people have to deal with it after it is addicted. Therefore, it is my duty as a care worker to m ake sure all the waste is wrapped and disposed in a bag or container provided. According to my work place policy, bags containing wastes should not be overfill as these can be a risk to moving and use as well as separate open and contamination. Therefore, I always make sure the waste bags are filled up to the right and recommended level then tie them properly and make them educate for disposal.Keeping people safe is my priority as a care worker , liquid wastes such as urine, feaces, vomit and blood I dispose them in any prescript sewage system, Incontinence pads, sanitary items, wound dressings, used gloves and aprons I dispose them in the yellow bag, soiled back off linen in the red bag which has inner dissolvable liner. I put the linen in the white bag which is usually provided for it, dispose house utilize waste in the black bag and the sharp equipments such as needled and pins in the yellow sharps box.I make sure before I handle any wastes, I wear my apron, gloves and aft er I wash my hands properly. (58. 2. 5) keep individuals to make themselves clean and neat after using commode facilities is my responsibility as a care worker. After assisting service users to use bay window facilities, I have to make sure that, I support them to cleanse thoroughly to prevent them from becoming sore. I know very well, if the traces of feaces and urine are not cleaned properly can cause soreness and infections.I always make sure that there is enough buttocks paper and cover the service user from front to back, this is referred to as the correct way because it prevents traces of feaces being displace towards the vagina and urethra which can cause infections. (58. 3. 2) There are individuals who always ask for survivening water to cleanse themselves after using the toi permit this is either their culture or it is according to their religious faith. This is very common with service users who are Muslims by faith or have a culture of dry wash themselves after toileting rather than using toilet wander.When the bidet facilities are not available, I provide them with water in small buckets or big bottles to wash themselves after using the toilet. Some of the service users I support prefer using moist babe wipes or toilet tissues after suing the toilet. (58. 3. 2) Most of the female service users use feminine wipes because they are soft, gentle and non irritant to clean their genitals after using the toilet. I always make sure a hand washing liquid is pronto available and I back up the service users to use it to wash their hands properly.Some of my service users do not like to wash their hands after using the toilet, in this case I do move them about the importance of washing hands. It is my responsibility to ensure that soap and hand washing liquid is provided at all the sinks in the house to make it easy for the service users to wash thoroughly, then a hand towel is provided for drying the wet hands. In conclusion, it my duty as a car e worker to support individuals to make themselves clean and tidy after using toilet facilities. (58. 3. 2)Whenever, I enter service users home, after checking if the individual is ok, I check the room temperature to make sure it is ok for the person I am going to support. Sometimes I do ask them if the temperature is the right one or there is need to regulate it. This depends on what they want at that time, I usually do this in winter season or when the weather is too cold for the individual. I also make sure the area where personal care is going to take place is fiery and free from draughts. First, I close the windows then after frame and make sure the heating is on to warm the room.(58. 4. 1)After a bath or a wash most service users feel cold , therefore, it is my duty to make sure that I keep their bodies warm. I usually spread their towels and clothes on the sides of the radiator to take the chill off and make sure they are not too hot. I also ensure that the spread clothes a re just on the sides and do not block the warm air flow from the radiator into the room. When ever I am running baths, I run the cold water first and then the hot water last, the reason why I do this is because hot water can cause serious burns or scalds to service users.I was warned by my private instructor to be careful when running hot water in the bath because a number of burns accidents or scalds in the health and social care field have been reported to the health and safety Executives. (58. 4. 1) The hand book about guidelines on safe water temperatures were handed to all the care workers who attended the induction with me. The people I support are compromising and more at risk of burns, some of them have dementia, others are old with health hassles like diabetes. All those mentioned may not be able to judge or control the water temperatures on their own.Most of the people I support have modified mobility and cannot be able to get out of the bath quickly if the water is t o hot, therefore it is my duty to always do risk assessment before taking anyone for a bath and take measures to reduce the risks. I make sure the water is at an appropriate temperature, for the bath it has to be 44C, for the shower it has to be 41C, for the wash basin it has to be 41C and 38C for a bidet. Thermometers are provided for the care workers to check the water temperature, it is my duty to report the water that is not inside the recommended temperatures.It is also my responsibility not to grant the tap running because this does not only waste water but can also cause scalds. Service users do not only need support in baths but also in oral care to prevent tooth decay and other dental problems. (58. 4. 1) As a care workers, It is my responsibility to supercharge and support service users to manage their own personal care so that they are free-living as much as possible. Supporting personal hygiene activities in ways that maintain comfort, respect, self-respect and promo ting active meshing is very important in health and social care.It is my responsibility to find out how much a service user can do independently, I usually get this information from their care jut , family or friends and by being attentive as individuals condition and needs keep changing. (58. 5. 1) I encourage service users to come in actively and help them by broad the right level of support. For example, those who can manage to clean themselves after toileting I let them do it independently and some who are not able to, I give them the required support while maintaining respect and dignity.I avoid giving less support to those who need it because this leads to individuals feeling neglected or not supported. I know very well it is also not good to give too much support that is not required because this takes away individuals independence. I make sure whatever I do for the service user shows respect and dignity, I avoid taking over their independence because this shows disrespe ct or devaluing an individual. (58. 5. 1) I make sure that I stand the service users the opportunity to use toilet facilities before they wash, bathe or get a shower, this helps in minimizing unnecessary deplumate or pain that can be caused by movements.I ensure that individuals, who are experiencing pain, do not move unnecessarily and the prescribed pain killers are given to them before the shower, bath or any wash. By doing this I am maintaining comfort, viewing maximal respect and dignity. (58. 5. 1) I always make sure that the area where the personal hygiene is going to take place is private, I get all the required materials to use ready before hand, gap the service users a choice to decide on their own what they prefer, either a bath or a shower and I respect their cultural and religious beliefs.When it comes to toileting I always ask them to find out which kind of toiletries they like to use, I ensure all the equipments for use are safe and in good order. I do find out h ow much the service user can do independently, make sure the person knows how to call for help in case they need it and I do not rush them. conk out but not least I give them maximum respect and dignity which is very important because this makes them feel secure, love and cared for properly. Some times an occupational healer can be needed to offer the service user advice on how to use some equipments and how they can manage independently.(58. 5. 1)Most of the individuals I support live in their own homes and some are in sheltered accommodation but in separate apartments. After doing laundry work, I course clothes properly, put all the clean ones neatly on hangers and in drawers. I always make sure that service users hair combs and brushes are kept clean after use, sometimes I encourage service users to remove any hair in them as a way of killing boredom.For example last week I used the following sentences to encourage Mrs. T to clean her hair equipments It seems your combs needs y our attention Mrs.T, can you have a look she laughed so loud and flat started to remove the hair and dust from them. (58. 5. 2) I do make sure that all the old creams and make up are discarded because they can harbor germs and cause infections. Some of the service users do no like throwing away their stuff, therefore in this case i use glib-tongued words such as Mrs. J, dont you think this old cream or make up will cause an irritation on your skin, it is not advisable to use any cream if it is expired.I always make sure that I hand a tissue to the service user to use and remind them that make up can bring in stains on clothes which can be difficult to remove or wash clean. For example, Ms. L was putting nail cut down on her finger nails, I gave her a napkin to protect her skirt from the vanish spills, at first she did not want to use it, but I express to her with a smile that Ms L, let me hope you this skirt will not be in the bin on Friday. She asked me, why? I replied to her , I do not this vanish we will be able to remove this vanish from this theoretical account once it spills there.She immediately asked for the napkin to protect her pleasing skirt from the vanish stains. (58. 5. 2) I do make sure individuals I support use clean shaves which are in working order and foils of electric and safety razors used for wet shaves are clean and not blunt. Some service users have a tendency of not discarding their razors even if they are blunt, in this case I use my persuasive communication language to help me sensitize them about the dangers of using such gadgets.For instance Mr.G had an attachment to his Phillips old shaving razor despite of the fact that it was blunt and not working properly, I said to him in a calm and polite way that his razor was responsible for his blisters that come up after every shave. He defended his razor and suggested changing the after shave, I make it clear to him that his idea will not solve the problem unless the new razor wa s bought. I gave him the names of places like Argos where he can get the same razor on sale and cheap, he listened to my advice and replaced the old one. (58. 5.2) I encourage individuals who prefer doing their personal care independently to keep their combs, shaving razors, make up, creams and clothes in their various(prenominal) places because this makes their rooms to look neat and organized. By giving them praises such as well done Ms. L your bathroom and bed room look very beautiful today and everything is in order, such statements proceed them. For those who cannot tidy their rooms or bathrooms, it is my responsibility to do it for them the way they like them to be. Some Individuals like their personal care items to be near them all the time or on the table next to their chair.If it is their choice I do respect it as longer as they are safe and will not be harmed by any item. (58. 5. 2) During the training and the induction as care workers we were dexterous to tell what is universal for an individual and what is not, this helps in preventing discomfort or any serious health problem happening. Because of individuality, what is habitual to Mr. J can be deviate to Mrs. M and it is always my duty to notice and note any changes or concerns and report immediately. Since my work involves providing daily support to service users, I can easily tell if there is even any slight change in some oneshealth. (58. 6. 2) For instance I know the normal urine has to be clear and husk coloured, however it usually stronger in the morning and appears more yellowish or orange. I understand very well that passageway urine should be pain less and normal, if I name that the individual is finding it difficult, I report to the omnibus immediately. If I realize the individuals urine is cloudy and smells fishy, this is a sign that the individual has an infection. I report this immediately to the manager and write it down in the enter sheet.Sometimes I do contact the indi viduals doctor to book an appellative for the service user to be examined. For example some months ago I spy that Mr. Ds colour of urine had traces of blood, I informed my manger who told me to ring the service users GP and book a medical appointment for him. Later on it was found out that he had the infection in his urethra which was hardened and his urine colour is normal now. (58. 6. 2) I always record any abnormal urine colour in the logarithm sheet and report to my manager or the supervisor the concerns immediately.I make sure the service user is informed of any abnormality or changes in their urine and for those who are independent I always keep reminding them to check the colour of their urine and inform me if they have any concerns. As with urine, what is normal feaces with one service user may be abnormal for another, therefore, it very important that i keep an eye on the colour and texture of their feaces. If I observe that the feaces of the service user are dry that means they are constipated, then I have to encourage them to take fluids and to eat plenty of fruits and vegetables.During the food and nutrition course, we were trained that it is important to give service users a diet of food with enough quality to prevent constipation. (58. 6. 2) Laxatives have been prescribed to some service users with constipation problem, I was informed to always record the food and confuse taken by each service user. I usually ask the service how their stool nature is and if they are going toilet normally. Doctors have often been referring service users to dieticians so that they can recommend changes to their diets.Since most of the people I support are elderly, I have not been encountering women of kid bearing age who need help with their menstruation periods. But still I do support ladies to keep themselves hygienically clean as women. I support them to wear panty liner or incontinence pads. to keep themselves clean. (58. 6. 2) Recording and describe on an individuals personal care in agreed ways is very important in health and social care. According to my work place, all care workers must record any personal care if necessary they can be asked to report what has been done as personal care .It is vey important to record accurately on any test of support that I give service users and note down all the health changes that I notice. The organisation I work for provided each service user with a care plan and a log sheet. It is the log sheet where each and every task done daily has to be recorded down and the name of the carer write against it.. (58. 6. 3) As a care work I have to make sure that the recorded information is accurate because there could be serious consequences as a result of poor record keeping.For example one service user declined a bath and I recorded it down, but when the social worker came to visit him, he complained that he has not been getting personal care. The recorded bit of information worked against him be cause I had put down all the excuses he was giving me to avoid a bath. When they read for him what was in the log sheet he remembered that he was the one who declined a bath but not me the care worker who did not do my duty properly. By written text all that information save me so much or else I could have faced the disciplinary deputation or expelled from work. (58. 6.3)According to my work place policy all the recorded information has to be true, for instance there is a care worker who was suspended because of recording what he had not done. He recorded what was to be done on Friday in the log sheet on Wednesday, unfortunately the service user was rushed to the hospital on Thursday night by the ambulance. On Friday morning the carer did not turn up because he had to do his private business, the office was called by the family member of that service user to inform them that his door locked door was locked and is in the hospital the carer should not go in on Friday.When the socia l worker read the information in the service users log book was showing the carer was in the house Friday and found the service user ok which was not true. The manager was informed about the contradicting information in the log book then the care worker was called to the office to come and explain what exactly happened and found all the away information, it was considered to be fraud because the care worker wanted to earn money he had not worked for. Dishonesty is not allowed when recording information and he was warned after cladding the disciplinary committee. (58. 6. 3)