Assignment 208
Assignment 208 – Understand health and safety in social care settings
Ai:
4 different accidents or sudden illnesses that might occur:
Somebody could trip and hurt themselves
Somebody could fall and hurt him or herself badly and have to go into hospital
Somebody could suddenly have a heart attack
Somebody with epilepsy could have an epileptic fit, or somebody with asthma could have an asthma attack
Aii:
1. The first person on the scene should make the environment safe and assess the nature of the problem.
2. The nearest first aider should be called to assist. 3. If an ambulance is required call 999 4. Reassure the person and any others affected 5. Ensure privacy and dignity 6. Inform others 7. Complete records
Aiii:
Stop and think – assess the situation, do I need help? Where is the load going? Is there anyone to help me? Check that you have any equipment you need. Check that the equipment is in good working order. Use equipment according to instructions. Wear the right clothing and footwear. Obtain the consent of the person. Explain what you are going to do.
Aiv: If you do not follow the care plan and risk assessments within it and an injury is caused to the individual in your care, you will be held responsible for that injury and anything that happens as a result of it.
Av: Making sure each individual receives the right medication. Making sure all medication is kept in a locked cupboard. Making sure all medication is given properly. Keep records of all medication. Care staff who help people with there medicine are competent. Medicines are given safely and correctly, and care staff preserve the privacy and dignity of residents when they give medication.
Medication is available when residents need any and care staff to make sure that unwanted medication is disposed of correctly.
Carers dealing with medication to be able to maintain advice from a pharmacist.
Medicines are used to cure or prevent disease, or to relieve symptoms, not to
Ai:
4 different accidents or sudden illnesses that might occur:
Somebody could trip and hurt themselves
Somebody could fall and hurt him or herself badly and have to go into hospital
Somebody could suddenly have a heart attack
Somebody with epilepsy could have an epileptic fit, or somebody with asthma could have an asthma attack
Aii:
1. The first person on the scene should make the environment safe and assess the nature of the problem.
2. The nearest first aider should be called to assist. 3. If an ambulance is required call 999 4. Reassure the person and any others affected 5. Ensure privacy and dignity 6. Inform others 7. Complete records
Aiii:
Stop and think – assess the situation, do I need help? Where is the load going? Is there anyone to help me? Check that you have any equipment you need. Check that the equipment is in good working order. Use equipment according to instructions. Wear the right clothing and footwear. Obtain the consent of the person. Explain what you are going to do.
Aiv: If you do not follow the care plan and risk assessments within it and an injury is caused to the individual in your care, you will be held responsible for that injury and anything that happens as a result of it.
Av: Making sure each individual receives the right medication. Making sure all medication is kept in a locked cupboard. Making sure all medication is given properly. Keep records of all medication. Care staff who help people with there medicine are competent. Medicines are given safely and correctly, and care staff preserve the privacy and dignity of residents when they give medication.
Medication is available when residents need any and care staff to make sure that unwanted medication is disposed of correctly.
Carers dealing with medication to be able to maintain advice from a pharmacist.
Medicines are used to cure or prevent disease, or to relieve symptoms, not to