PART A: Written Questions and Answers

Question PART A: Written Questions and AnswersAs a support worker, you need to find out what is involved in carrying out assessments and what your role is before conducting an assessment.Question 1:What information will you need to confirm with your supervisor prior to conducting an assessment? PART BRecognised assessment tools are used to record and promote each person’s health and wellbeing. Assessment tools are developed by the support worker, with their supervisor and other health professionals, to ensure the right tool is being used to gather the right information that will assist the older person to identify their particular health risks. Different methods of assessment can be used depending on the context.List five (5) assessment tools that are used in your workplace and give an example of what each one is used for in determining risk based on physical indicators.Older people and their carers will only be involved in the assessment if they understand their role, and if they want to be involved. How you could encourage an older person and their carer to participate in the assessment process? When you have worked in community services for a period of time you will understand your own role and responsibilities and those of others. Older individuals may not be familiar with the role of a support worker or supervisor so you may need to clarify your role.Where can you find information about the boundaries of your role?  Health Science Science Nursing NURSING CHCAGE001 Share QuestionEmailCopy link Comments (0)