All nurses and midwives have to comply with the legislation relating to confidentiality. Data Protection Act came into place in 1998‚ the purpose of the Act is to protect individuals by how data is controlled‚ store‚ obtained and disclosed. Data Protection Act is designed to make sure and put in place what personal information may or may not be shared and also what can be with the information. Confidentiality has been described as central to preserving the human dignity of patients. All nurses and
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SUNY Empire State College Patient confidentiality has become an integral aspect of healthcare ethical standards since the HIPPA law came into being. (Erikson 2005). According to the American Nurses Association (ANA) code of ethics “the nurse has a duty to maintain confidentiality of all patient information” (Nursingworld‚ 2005). When a patient’s confidentiality is violated‚ his/ her wellbeing is negatively impacted. Patient confidentiality encompasses protecting any information the patient
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knowledge of the importance of effective communication in adult social care settings‚ and ways to overcome barriers to meet individual needs‚ wishes and preferences in communication. You will also address the principles and practices relating to confidentiality. TASK B Case Study You are a social care worker‚ and a service user‚ Hannah‚ tells you that she is unhappy taking her new medication as she thinks she does not need it and so she is throwing it away. You know from her care plan that Hannah does
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that our Canadian Justice system is becoming too soft and youth offenders going to court for minor charges are only getting a slap on the wrist‚ the argument is that this is not only costing money and wasting time‚ but it is also increasing our statistics on youth crime. The third and final claim that was shown in this article is that society wants all minor crimes to be dealt with (schools fights‚ minor shoplifting‚ etc.) and instead of police having discretion like the early years‚ law enforcement
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gets confused. Hannah begs you to keep this confidential and not tell anyone especially her daughter‚ who she sees regularly‚ as her daughter will be very angry. Bi: How would you explain the term ‘confidentiality’ to Hannah? I would explain to Hannah that I will uphold my confidentiality if it does not put her life at risk or harm herself or others around her‚ If she or others is at risk it has to be reported and not taking her medication that has been prescribed by the doctor could be dangerous
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information about children and families confidential. It is very important to keep information about families and children confidential for many reasons; it is vital for safety and secure. Also‚ confidentiality is important for the protection of the children as well as protection of you yourself. Confidentiality is important in a setting for the safety of the child and the family of the child. It is important that information is not exposed to anyone that should not be allowed to have access with. In
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Assignment 201 Principles of communication in adult social care settings Assignments Task A – Short Answer Questions Ai Describe two methods of verbal communication other than one-to-one conversation. -clear speech-in order to help people to understand you are saying‚ speak clearly‚ don’t cover your mouth with your hands or turn away from the person. -language and words-this involves thinking carefully about the words you use. Your choice of words should be appropriate to the person you
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1. Confidentiality - The primary obligation of counselor is to safeguard information obtained on clients in the course of practice and teaching. Therefore‚ maintaining the privacy and confidentiality of client’s are the essential requirements for a trustworthy relationship and respecting client autonomy in the counseling session. However‚ a written consent of the client is mandatory before any personal information is communicated to others unless in other circumstances where there is clear and imminent
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This file of BSHS 335 Week 2 Discussion Question 1 contains: What are the limits to confidentiality? Describe a situation in which you might breach confidentiality. What are the legal and ethical implications of such a decision? Business - General Business Human services professionals often need to make ethical decisions when providing support to clients. Decision making models help supply guidance to case managers and other human services professionals. Complete the University of
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Unit 001: Introduction to communication in children’s and young people’s settings. Outcome 1: Understand why communication is important in the work setting. 1.1 – Name at least 4 reasons why people communicate. * To express needs * To share ideas or information * To share experiences * To ask questions * To socialise * To build relationships with others * To express their feelings 1.2 – Explain how effective communication affects all aspects of your
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