Course Aims

Learning Outcomes

• Understand what Privacy & Dignity mean in a healthcare setting
• Be aware of the importance of person-centred dignity
• Recognise the importance of maintaining dignity for someone living with dementia
• Understand the importance of a resident's personal space
• Know how to gain trust and confidence by maintaining confidentiality
• Understand your responsibilities regarding safeguarding, and when it's OK to break confidence
• Understand the factors that shape personal choices
• Be aware of the importance of mental capacity within a care setting
• Know how to help residents maintain independence and make informed choices
• Know how to conduct a risk assessment
• Understand the importance of making sure that residents are active participants in their care
• Know the key principles of self-care

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