Overview
Qualification Grading Type
Ungraded
Grade Descriptors
- Ungraded
This unit is expiring
The expiry date of this unit is 31/07/2028.
Ungraded
Understand the values and principles set out within a professional code of conduct.
Explain the principles of good practice based on the values identified within your professional code upon which interactions within your role are based.
This includes the promotion of equality, diversity and inclusive practices, confidentiality, safeguarding and effective communication. Also consider the NHS Values.
Explain the impact of these principles of good practice on the patient, in particular in terms of patient empowerment.
Understand and maintain confidentiality of information.
Identify key points in legislation/charters relating to confidentiality.
This should include reference to the current data protection legislation
Evaluate the effectiveness of methods of giving and receiving information required by your role.
Evaluate the effectiveness of methods of storing information required by your role.
Understand and promote anti-discriminatory practice.
Explain own contribution to promoting anti-discriminatory practice.
Explain how individuals' perspectives are taken into account when providing services.
Understand and support individual rights and choice in own setting.
Differentiate between personal rights and choices and legal rights.
Explain factors which potentially affect patients' rights.
This can include abuse, risks, nature of patient group and socio-economic and cultural factors.
Understand the importance of the individual's personal beliefs.
Identify ways in which beliefs and preferences may affect the care delivered.