, Case Study 1- Ill health - CORRECT ANSWERS-Jason is being treated for mouth
cancer in hospital. Following surgery to remove a tumour from his tongue, Jason has
eating and communication difficulties. He gets very frustrated when he cannot make
himself understood.
The NHS hospital services are provided by the public sector. State the other two sectors
providing health and social care services. - CORRECT ANSWERS--private
-voluntary/ Charity
Jason has been provided with an advocate. Describe two ways an advocate could
support Jason. - CORRECT ANSWERS--speak to professionals- understand care and
support process
-make decisions/ help Jason make decisions
-challenge decisions/ stand up for Jason
-support Jason in his decisions and choices
-communicate on Jason's behalf
-find out information for Jason
-fill out form/ letters on his behalf
Explain the responsibilities of a healthcare assistant who cares for Jason. - CORRECT
ANSWERS--following policies and procedures (health and safety, etc)
-provide personalised care as part of a team (doctors, nurses, etc)
-assist in giving meds and treatment
-monitor Jason's condition (take obs)
-provide personal care (washing, dressing, etc)
-support Jason with eating and drinking
-provide Jason with advice and support
Discuss barriers that could affect Jason's ongoing care. - CORRECT ANSWERS--
psychological/emotional/individual preferences (fear of losing independence,
embarrassment, frustration, etc)
-communication (Jason= communication difficulties)
-resource/specific needs (speech and language therapists)
Case Study 2- Learning disability - CORRECT ANSWERS-Nicky is 18 years old. She
has a learning disability. Nicky attends a day centre that provides care and support for
adults with learning disabilities. Nicky can communicate verbally. However, she
struggles to explain her needs. Nicky lives at home with her parents.
State two health and social care professionals who could support Nicky's
communication issues. - CORRECT ANSWERS--doctor
-speech and language therapist
Describe two anti-discriminatory responsibilities that health and social care workers
have in their work with Nicky. - CORRECT ANSWERS--following the equality act 2010
(promote equality)
cancer in hospital. Following surgery to remove a tumour from his tongue, Jason has
eating and communication difficulties. He gets very frustrated when he cannot make
himself understood.
The NHS hospital services are provided by the public sector. State the other two sectors
providing health and social care services. - CORRECT ANSWERS--private
-voluntary/ Charity
Jason has been provided with an advocate. Describe two ways an advocate could
support Jason. - CORRECT ANSWERS--speak to professionals- understand care and
support process
-make decisions/ help Jason make decisions
-challenge decisions/ stand up for Jason
-support Jason in his decisions and choices
-communicate on Jason's behalf
-find out information for Jason
-fill out form/ letters on his behalf
Explain the responsibilities of a healthcare assistant who cares for Jason. - CORRECT
ANSWERS--following policies and procedures (health and safety, etc)
-provide personalised care as part of a team (doctors, nurses, etc)
-assist in giving meds and treatment
-monitor Jason's condition (take obs)
-provide personal care (washing, dressing, etc)
-support Jason with eating and drinking
-provide Jason with advice and support
Discuss barriers that could affect Jason's ongoing care. - CORRECT ANSWERS--
psychological/emotional/individual preferences (fear of losing independence,
embarrassment, frustration, etc)
-communication (Jason= communication difficulties)
-resource/specific needs (speech and language therapists)
Case Study 2- Learning disability - CORRECT ANSWERS-Nicky is 18 years old. She
has a learning disability. Nicky attends a day centre that provides care and support for
adults with learning disabilities. Nicky can communicate verbally. However, she
struggles to explain her needs. Nicky lives at home with her parents.
State two health and social care professionals who could support Nicky's
communication issues. - CORRECT ANSWERS--doctor
-speech and language therapist
Describe two anti-discriminatory responsibilities that health and social care workers
have in their work with Nicky. - CORRECT ANSWERS--following the equality act 2010
(promote equality)
