Care of an Elderly person & skills demonstration Assignment, OC, Ireland Brief evaluation of your performance during the skill – how did you do & what did you learn?

Advance preparation

• Preparation of area, what equipment is needed
• Health and safety precautions taken?

·         Identifying the needs of the client

• What are the specific needs of the client?
• What information do you need and where do you look for that information?
• How do you prepare the client for the specific task – consent, explanation of task etc.?

Implementation: –

• How did you assist the client while completing this skill – step by step of what you
• 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?
• Discuss the importance of being observant to changes in the clients condition during the procedure

Evaluation & Conclusion –

• Describe how you would ensure that correct report writing measures were followed
• How did you promote positive attitudes in relation to care of the older person in the home or in a residential facility?
• Brief evaluation of your performance during the skill – how did you do & what did you learn?