care delivery

Pressure ulcers usually develop over an area of bony prominence and, while they are a localised injury to the skin and/or underlying tissue, they can vary in severity from patches of discoloured skin to open […]

Clinical deterioration is unpredictable and can occur at any stage of a client’s illness or care process. In 2007 NICE stated that: The recognition of acute illness is often delayed, and its subsequent management may […]

The referral of a client’s care and/or treatment to another practitioner or service is crucial to the progress of their care. There is also a financial implication of any referral, either to NHS resources or […]

The referral of a client’s care and/or treatment to another practitioner or service is crucial to the progress of their care. There is also a financial implication of any referral, either to NHS resources or […]

This policy will assist you to demonstrate that you are committed to delivering the highest standards of health and social care and ensuring the safety and welfare of your service users, relatives, and team members. […]

Violence and aggressive behaviour can escalate to the point where restraint may be needed to protect the person or staff member(s) from significant injury or harm, even if all best practice to prevent such an […]