Please choose a task that is personal care related; Examples: dental care, dressing, showering : Personal Care , Assignment, DKIT, Ireland

You are required to complete two meaningful practical tasks with clients.
For both tasks please keep in mind at all times;
• Health and Safety,
• The abilities of your client,
• Staffing available,
• Equipment available.

The activities chosen should enhance the wellbeing of the client

Task 1- Personal Care 

Please choose a task that is personal care related; Examples: dental care, dressing, showering. toileting/incontinence care, or hair care.

Activity chosen-brief outline of activity (2 Marks)

Rationale for choice of activity-input from client regarding choice of activity (2 Marks) Preparation and implementation-

Materials/Space required, (2 Marks)
Staff Collaboration – discuss with healthcare team as appropriate, (2 Marks)
Consideration given to transport, if applicable, (1 Mark)
Implementation of activity- evidence of Health & Safety and good hygiene practice throughout activity,
Evaluate the activity with particular focus on the benefits to the client;

a) Independence, (2 Marks)
b) Individuality, (2 Marks)
c) Dignity and respect, (2 Marks)
d) Choice, (2 Marks)
e) Consent, (2 Marks)
f) Collaboration. (2 Marks)

Evaluate your own learning having completed the activity, (3 Marks)
What would you do differently? (3 Marks)

This activity should demonstrate the learner’s ability to communicate effectively with the client, verbally and non verbally. There should be strong evidence of the learners intornorconal skills throughout the activity.