Benefits To Service Users Flashcards
(12 cards)
Empowerment (3)
Encourages independence and being self - reliant.
Feeling in control of their lives.
Gives service users choice, control, independence.
High Self - Esteem (3)
Feeling valued
Feeling respected
Positive mental health
Service Users’ needs are met (2)
Appropriate care or treatment are met ( mobility aids provided, dietary requirements).
Results in good/ improving physical or mental health.
Trust (3)
Reassured that service providers will not harm them.
Confident in service providers have their best interests in mind.
Confident in the care they receive.
Example of Empowerment in Health Care.
A doctor providing information about all treatment options will empower the service user to make an informed decision.
Example of Empowerment in Social Care.
A social worker supporting an elderly in their own home and listening to their wishes when putting their care plan together allowing that person to feel in control of their own life.
Example of High self esteem in Health Care.
A nurse takes the time to speak to their patient about how they are feeling. This will make the patient feel respected and raise self esteem.
Example of High self esteem in Social Care.
A care worker supports a resident to brush their hair when getting washed and dressed in the morning. By supporting them with taking care of their appearance, it improves their self - esteem as they feel better about themselves and feel valued.
Example of Service Users’ Needs are Met in Health Care.
A young patient who has asthma will be supported by an asthma nurse who can help them to deal with their medication and understand their asthma plan.
Example of Service Users’ Needs are Met in Social Care.
A care home provided meal choices to cater for gluten free, halal, vegan and vegetarian dietary requirements.
Example of Trust in Health Care.
A pharmacist is knowledgeable and clearly explains a new medication to a service user, giving them confidence about the medication they are about to take.
Example of Trust in Social Care.
A care worker explains to a service user what they are going to do before moving them to a hoist. This gives the service user confidence and reassurance that the worker knows what to do.
