for any person receiving support, it helps to coordinate the services. each person on the team has certain functions. each situation is different, but often the following are on the team

the scope of what a CG will do is also based on this. example a persons private home is different from an assisted living home.

types of caregiving (2)

refers to thr degree to which you or your employer will be held financially responsible for damages resulting from your negligence

takes place when an individual intentonally attempts ot threatens to touch another individual in a harmful or offensive manner without their consent.

common task of caregiver (4)

taking client into appointments

ethical principles (4)

describes what a CG can perform or do other than a basic care given due to additional trainings and certifications.

legal terms (9)

is revealing personal or private information without an individuals consent

cleanining, meal preparation

a failure to use reasonable judgement when applying your professional knowledge.

helping a person on the bath, getting dress, and with eating

a person intentionally gives false information in order to make money or gain an advantage

when a family or agency leaves an individual without care or support

takes place when an individual harmfully or offensively touches another individual wothout their consent

the service team (3)

nursing home, hospoce extended, care facility

takes place when you intentionally restric an individuals freedom to leave a space

each individual is a person; each person needs respect, privacy and is treated the way he or she wants to be treated. when peopke need assistance, they still need to feel they are valued and in control of their lives.

person who provides assistance or support with daily activities. this include bathing and grooming, housekeeping, help with meals and encourage of behaviors that enhances community involvement.

each agency has its own policies and procedures. What a CG may do when working for one agency may not be the same for another agency. example is what to do if a client falls.

uncontrolable circumstances

roles of care giver (9)

basic principles freedom to direct ones life; able to do things for yourself when possible.

teach and encourage them to live the most independent lifestyle.

an individuals religious or personal beliefa and values may differ from yours.

works in home of the patient

basic principles each person chooses what to do and when to do it; caregiver do not tell them what to do

when a personal injury or property damage is caused by your act or your failure to act when you have a duty to act.

arrive for assignments on time. always finish your shift even if a client is being difficult or the workload is difficult.

do not be afraid to politely say no to a task you are not assigned to do.

the list of the things a CG can and cannot do depends on the setting and the specific job. it is not possible to write one job description.