Prevalence of the illness in Ireland and worldwide. Compare statistics and detail differences.
Describe how cultural and ethical issues impact the disease.
Discuss the care needs of the client in terms of physical, emotional, and intellectual needs.
Describe the potential changes that may need to be made due to the diagnosis of the illness.
Discuss your role in the care of the client.
Discuss the role: –
i) the care setting has in the client’s overall care.
ii) the other members of the care team (MDT) have in the client’s overall care.
Discuss 3 services that can improve the quality of care of the client for example day centers, evening classes, social groups, etc., specifically related to the illness chosen.
Planning for end-of-life care is an important part of the care of clients:
i) discuss ways to approach the subject of end-of-life care with the client.
ii) how/where might you gather the information in a sensitive and caring manner?
Detail 2 health promotion initiatives that you could implement with the client, specifically related to the illness chosen.
Demonstrate evidence of critical thinking, additional research, and correct referencing.
How did you assist the client while completing this skill – step by step of what you did.
How did you promote independence and dignity while carrying out the skill?
How did you show effective communication with the client and other members of the team?
How did you promote positive attitudes in relation to the care of the older person in the home or in a residential facility?
Outline 2 recommendations on how you can improve the quality of the service provider in relation to the skills you demonstrated.
A brief evaluation of your performance during the skill – how did you do & what did you learn?