Discrimination and Abuse Quiz

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Which of the following is considered financial abuse?

Verbally criticizing a person regularly

Neglecting an individual's basic needs

Stealing someone's money (correct)

Threatening someone to control them

What does 'triple jeopardy' refer to in the context of discrimination?

Being overlooked due to a lack of representation

Experiencing discrimination based on a single characteristic

Oppression based on three protected characteristics (correct)

Receiving favorable treatment for being part of a minority

Which type of abuse includes poor care within organizations?

Emotional abuse

Self-neglect

Institutional abuse (correct)

Financial abuse

What is the definition of overt discrimination?

Intentional and direct behavior Signup and view all the answers

What does the term 'discrimination' imply?

Differential treatment based on prejudicial distinctions Signup and view all the answers

Which of the following is NOT a type of abuse?

Reactive Abuse Signup and view all the answers

What does self-neglect typically involve?

Failing to meet one's own care needs Signup and view all the answers

What is an example of covert discrimination?

Accidentally forgetting to use a preferred name Signup and view all the answers

What is the primary role of community/non-acute health services?

Aid less urgent health needs, including education Signup and view all the answers

Which setting is specifically designed for palliative, end-of-life care?

Hospice Signup and view all the answers

Which type of care is typically delivered at home?

Domiciliary care Signup and view all the answers

What is the function of the Care Quality Commission?

Conducts legal inspections to ensure compliance Signup and view all the answers

Which type of carer is a social worker classified as?

Formal carer Signup and view all the answers

What is the National Institute for Health and Care Excellence primarily focused on?

Promoting evidence-based, cost-effective practices Signup and view all the answers

What do sector-specific organizations typically focus on?

Establishing standards and improving care quality Signup and view all the answers

Which type of care is primarily aimed at supporting individuals with chronic conditions?

Long-term services Signup and view all the answers

What does victimisation involve?

Treating someone differently due to a complaint Signup and view all the answers

Which article of the HRA 1998 ensures the right to life?

Article 2 Signup and view all the answers

What is NOT included as a protected characteristic under the Equality Act 2010?

Eye Color Signup and view all the answers

Which of the following is a principle guiding the NHS?

Providing best value for taxpayers' money Signup and view all the answers

What does cultural competence in healthcare promote?

Respecting and responding to diverse cultures Signup and view all the answers

Stereotyping in care settings typically results in which of the following?

Assumptions about individuals based on group membership Signup and view all the answers

What is the primary focus of the Mental Health Capacity Act 2005?

To ensure protection of patients' rights Signup and view all the answers

What term describes the practice of treating someone unfairly based on their characteristics?

Discrimination Signup and view all the answers

Which of the following best defines 'marginalisation'?

Excluding individuals or groups from society or services Signup and view all the answers

What does individual discrimination refer to?

One individual discriminating against another Signup and view all the answers

What was a major focus of the Beveridge Report 1942?

Addressing poverty-related issues Signup and view all the answers

Which of the following roles is primarily concerned with mental health?

Psychologist Signup and view all the answers

What is one potential effect of discrimination on individuals?

Limited life chances Signup and view all the answers

What does the term 'harassment by third party' imply?

Offensive behavior towards individuals with protected characteristics Signup and view all the answers

What is the main purpose of having a policy in health and social care?

To ensure that all staff follow the same procedures Signup and view all the answers

Which of the following is NOT a part of the risk assessment process?

Determine compliance with health laws Signup and view all the answers

Which control measure is essential to prevent the spread of infections?

Wearing PPE and practicing proper hand hygiene Signup and view all the answers

Which type of infection is primarily treated with antibiotics?

Bacterial infections Signup and view all the answers

What is a common cause of kitchen fires?

Carelessness while cooking Signup and view all the answers

What is the primary function of personal protective equipment (PPE) in healthcare?

To protect both patients and healthcare workers from hazards Signup and view all the answers

Which step should follow after identifying a hazard in a workplace?

Report the hazard appropriately Signup and view all the answers

How do conduction, convection, and radiation relate to fire safety?

They are methods of heat transfer that can spread fire Signup and view all the answers

What is the responsibility of the manager regarding fire safety in a facility?

To implement and maintain fire safety measures Signup and view all the answers

Which is NOT a consequence of poor food hygiene?

Improved food taste Signup and view all the answers

Which color chopping board is designated for raw meat?

Red Signup and view all the answers

What is the primary focus of equity in a support system?

To ensure equal opportunities and outcomes Signup and view all the answers

What is a key responsibility of a care assistant in health care?

Disinfecting and using PPE Signup and view all the answers

Which condition is characterized by a combination of Alzheimer's and vascular dementia?

Mixed Dementia Signup and view all the answers

What is the potential risk of using cleaning chemicals improperly?

Exposure to harmful substances Signup and view all the answers

What informs staff about necessary fire safety measures and risks?

Regular fire safety training conducted by management Signup and view all the answers

What is the main cause of vascular dementia?

Clots preventing oxygen flow to the brain Signup and view all the answers

Which of the following is NOT a factor that can lead to misinterpretation in communication?

Capitalization Signup and view all the answers

What does the humanistic approach by Carl Rogers emphasize during counseling?

Unconditional positive reinforcement Signup and view all the answers

Which type of technology is specifically designed for communication by deaf individuals?

Teletypewriter (tty) Signup and view all the answers

Which type of dementia primarily affects individuals aged 40-65 and shows early symptoms related to language?

Frontotemporal Dementia Signup and view all the answers

Which barrier is NOT mentioned as an obstacle to effective communication?

Poor internet connectivity Signup and view all the answers

What happens when there is incongruence between a person's self-image and their ideal self?

Self-esteem decreases Signup and view all the answers

What condition is caused by the accumulation of abnormal proteins in the brain leading to hallucinations?

Dementia with Lewy Bodies Signup and view all the answers

Which developmental phase typically begins at the age of 10 and ends at 19?

Adolescence Signup and view all the answers

What is one negative impact of relying on technology for health and care support?

Confidentiality issues Signup and view all the answers

What does the term 'paralanguage' refer to in communication?

Non-verbal elements like tone and pitch Signup and view all the answers

Which of the following best describes the impact of inclusion in health care?

Full participation and removal of discrimination Signup and view all the answers

What is a primary benefit of Evidence-Based Practice (EBP) for nurses?

Enhances decision-making Signup and view all the answers

What is one common disadvantage of working in partnership in healthcare?

Increased disagreements Signup and view all the answers

Which entities are involved in ensuring quality standards within healthcare?

Care Quality Commission and Ofsted Signup and view all the answers

What does the 'Prevent' strategy in the UK focus on preventing?

Terrorism and extremism Signup and view all the answers

What is the responsibility emphasized by the Duty of Care in health and social care?

To ensure safety and well-being of others Signup and view all the answers

Which of the following is NOT a core value in healthcare?

Profitability Signup and view all the answers

Under what circumstances is an Independent Mental Capacity Assessment (IMCA) required?

When determining a person's capacity for decision-making Signup and view all the answers

What does PIES in the context of health and social care stand for?

Physical, Intellectual, Emotional, Social Signup and view all the answers

What is the focus of a person-centered care model?

Individual preferences, needs, and values Signup and view all the answers

Which of the following best describes the term 'self-determination'?

Control over one’s own choices without outside influence Signup and view all the answers

What role do Admiral Nurses play in healthcare?

Supporting families and individuals affected by dementia Signup and view all the answers

What is the primary purpose of fire safety measures?

To ensure legal compliance and avoid penalties Signup and view all the answers

What is one key aspect of the complaints process in healthcare?

Active listening and ensuring follow-up actions Signup and view all the answers

Which of the following healthcare models considers all aspects of a person's well-being?

Holistic Care Signup and view all the answers

Which type of fire extinguisher is suitable for electrical fires?

CO₂ Signup and view all the answers

What is a key step in the event of a fire?

Evacuate immediately using designated routes Signup and view all the answers

What kind of activities do Cognitive Stimulation interventions involve?

Activities promoting mental engagement and thought processes Signup and view all the answers

When is restrictive practice appropriate?

Only when preventing harm and ensuring safety Signup and view all the answers

What must be included in a disclosure report?

Details of the disclosure and actions taken Signup and view all the answers

What does Gibbs' Reflective Cycle aim to achieve?

To learn and improve from experiences Signup and view all the answers

Which of the following is an example of unintentional negligence?

Failing to notice a broken piece of equipment Signup and view all the answers

What does the term 'whistleblowing' refer to?

Disclosing misconduct or illegal activities Signup and view all the answers

Which of the following is NOT a type of fire extinguisher?

Liquid Chemical Signup and view all the answers

What is the primary focus of Evidence-Based Practice (EBP) in healthcare?

Using the best research and patient needs Signup and view all the answers

Which of the following actions should be taken after a fire drill?

Conduct a headcount and debrief Signup and view all the answers

Who is considered a perpetrator?

A person committing harm or wrongdoing Signup and view all the answers

Which procedure involves evacuating people to a lower floor or outside the building?

Vertical procedure Signup and view all the answers

What is a major concern regarding the fear of retaliation in reporting wrongdoing?

Dissuasion of individuals from coming forward Signup and view all the answers

What is the primary focus of Primary Care in the healthcare system?

Essential services for initial diagnosis and prevention Signup and view all the answers

Which of the following best describes the Newcastle Model?

A framework for addressing challenging behaviours in dementia care Signup and view all the answers

What is a key aspect of Holistic Practice in healthcare?

Considering the entire individual, including emotional and social well-being Signup and view all the answers

Which piece of legislation ensures the rights of individuals with disabilities in the UK?

Disability Discrimination Act 1995 Signup and view all the answers

What is a major challenge faced by Primary Care services in the UK?

Rising patient demand and limited resources Signup and view all the answers

In the context of healthcare providers, what role do Psychiatrists serve?

Manage mental health and wellbeing through diagnosis and treatment Signup and view all the answers

What is the purpose of Risk Assessment in transport services?

To identify hazards and ensure safety during transport Signup and view all the answers

Palliative Care primarily aims to:

Relieve symptoms and improve quality of life for those with serious illnesses Signup and view all the answers

Which element is NOT a priority of the Department of Health and Social Care?

Generate revenue for private healthcare Signup and view all the answers

Which organization is known for raising awareness and educating the public on healthier lifestyles?

Public Health England Signup and view all the answers

What type of care does Tertiary Care refer to?

Advanced medical care provided by specialists Signup and view all the answers

What is a common public health campaign initiative for weight management?

Weight loss app by Better Health, NHS Signup and view all the answers

Which of the following best explains Social Stigma?

Believing negative messages or stereotypes about oneself Signup and view all the answers

Which of the following describes the role of Support Workers in healthcare?

Providing personal care and support to individuals Signup and view all the answers

Study Notes

Abuse Types

Physical Abuse: Intentional injury, hitting, slapping.
Emotional/Psychological Abuse: Threats, humiliation, manipulation, criticism.
Financial Abuse: Stealing, misusing money or assets.
Sexual Abuse: Unwanted sexual acts or contact.
Neglect: Failing to provide basic needs (food, hygiene, medical care).
Institutional Abuse: Poor care within organizations (care homes, hospitals).
Discriminatory Abuse: Treating someone unfairly due to protected characteristics (race, gender, disability).
Self-Neglect: Failing to care for oneself (due to mental/physical health).
Radicalisation: Forcing extreme beliefs or ideologies.

Diversity and Discrimination

What is Diversity?

Two ways people are different: predetermined (e.g., culture) and chosen (e.g., pregnancy).
Valuing and respecting differences in people's values, beliefs, cultures, and lifestyles.

Prejudice, Discrimination, and Stereotyping

Prejudice: Preconceived opinion from environment or experiences (e.g., prejudice against criminals).
Discrimination: Treating someone differently based on prejudiced distinctions.
Stereotyping: Expectations about an entire group (e.g., gay men must be camp).

Types of Discrimination

Direct: Treated worse due to protected characteristics.
Labelling: Placing someone in a category based on characteristics.
Triple Jeopardy: Oppression based on three protected characteristics.
Overt: Direct and intentional discrimination (e.g., beating someone up).
Covert: Difficult to identify, not openly displayed (e.g., not using a transgender person's preferred name).
Institutional/Structural: Policies disadvantage a particular group.
Tokenism: Treating someone favorably to appear equitable.
By Association: Treated worse because connected to someone with a protected characteristic.
Perception-Based: Treated based on perceived protected characteristic.
Harassment by Third Party: Offensive behavior due to a protected characteristic.
Media Representation (Past and Present): Impact on discrimination.
Individual Discrimination: One person discriminating against another.
Victimisation: Treated differently for making a complaint.

Equality Act 2010 Protected Characteristics

Race
Religion
Age
Disability
Sexual Orientation
Sex
Gender Reassignment
Pregnancy

Human Rights Act 1998 (HRA)

Article 2: Right to life.
Article 3: Freedom from torture.
Article 5: Right to liberty and security (with exceptions).
Article 14: Protection from discrimination.

NHS Structure and Principles

NHS: National Health Service
Primary Care Organisations: Independent NHS service providers.
Acute Care: Short-term, severe conditions.
Chronic Care: Long-term conditions.
Community Trusts: Community-based care.
Ambulance Trusts: Emergency and non-emergency transport.
Charities and Social Enterprises: Support services to the NHS.
Key Principles: Comprehensive, clinical needs, patient-centred, value for money, accountable to the public.

Healthcare Professionals

Cardiologist: Heart specialist.
GP: General Practitioner.
Radiologist: Imaging specialist.
Midwife: Pregnancy and birth specialist.
Neurologist: Brain and nervous system specialist.
Psychologist: Mental health specialist.
Psychiatrist: Medical doctor specializing in mental health.
Dermatologist: Skin specialist.
Surgeon: Surgical specialist.
Paramedic: Emergency medical technician.
Pathologist: Disease specialist.

Mental Health Legislation

Mental Health Capacity Act 2005: Assessment for people with mental health challenges.
Mental Health Act 2007: Training for healthcare workers supporting mental health issues.

The Beveridge Report 1942

The 5 Giants: Want, ignorance, squalor, disease, idleness.

Equality and Diversity in Care

Stereotyping: Assumptions based on group membership.
Disability Impact: Lack of self-worth due to unmet needs.
Stress and Mental Health: Long-term stress impacting mental health.

Types of Dementia

Mixed Dementia: Combination of Alzheimer's, vascular, or both.
Alzheimer's Disease: Most common cause, brain cell loss.
Vascular Dementia: Second most common cause, circulation problems.
Multi-infarct Dementia: Mini-strokes deprive brain cells of oxygen.
Dementia with Lewy Bodies: Abnormal proteins affect brain functions.
Fronto-Temporal Dementia: Affects frontal and temporal lobes.
HIV-Associated Dementia: Symptoms include confusion and muscle weakness.
Huntington's Disease: Inherited condition, memory problems, involuntary movements.
Creutzfeldt-Jakob Disease (CJD): Protein form destroys brain cells.

Effective Communication

Verbal Communication: Using words, comfort level may vary.
Non-Verbal Communication: Body language, eye contact.
Verbal Communication Skills: Active listening, projecting voice clearly, appropriate language, open-ended questions.
Misinterpretation Factors: Slang, tone, jargon, cognitive impairment, abbreviations.
Emerging Technology Consideration: Accessibility, confidentiality, limitations, costs, tailored services.

Gibbs' Reflective Cycle

A model for reflective practice.
6 Stages: Description, feelings, evaluation, analysis, conclusion, action plan.

Evidence-Based Practice (EBP)

Using the best research and patient needs to make healthcare decisions.
Includes numbers, surveys, interviews, observations, reviews of multiple studies and controlled tests.

Working in Partnership

Advantages: Better care, shared decisions.
Disadvantages: Disagreements, time taken.
Challenges: Communication difficulty, differing opinions.

Relevant Legislation

Equality Act 2010.
Human Rights Act 1998.
Safeguarding Vulnerable Groups Act 2006.
Mental Capacity Act 2005.
Care Act 2014.
Disabled Discrimination Act 1995.

Safeguarding

Self-Disclosure: Revealing personal information.
Disclosure by Others: Sharing personal information by others.
Disclosure Reporting: Date, time, details, names involved.
Internal Reporting: Reporting within the organisation.
External Reporting: Reporting to authorities.
Whistleblowing: Reporting misconduct.
Potential Abuse: Signs that abuse may occur.
Suspected Abuse: Reason to believe abuse has happened.
Harm: Physical, emotional, or psychological damage.
Restrictive Practice: When necessary to prevent harm.
Fear of Retaliation: Concern about negative consequences.
Perpetrator: Person who commits wrongdoing.
Positions of Power: Internal and external.

Managing Conflict

Caused by unmet needs.
Concerns both internal and external.

Individuality, Empowerment, and Dignity

Tailored, respectful care (personal needs).
Control, self-care, dignity, privacy, respect.

Healthcare Models

Traditional: Team nursing, primary nursing.
Emerging: Patient-centred, collaborative care.

Multidisciplinary Teams

Professionals collaborate for holistic, faster care.

Capacity Determination

IMCA (Independent Mental Capacity Assessment) when needed.

Person-Centred Approach

A care model
4 Key principles: Respect, holistic, choice, partnership.

PIES Assessment

Physical, Intellectual, Emotional, and Social assessment

Safe Interventions

Actions to support individuals' safety and well-being.

Admiral Nurses

Specialist dementia nurses.

Mini-Mental Status Orientation

Assesses awareness of time, place, and identity

Models of Care

Person-Centred Care: Individual preferences.
Holistic Care: Addresses all well-being aspects (physical, emotional, spiritual).
Biomedical Model: Diagnosing and treating physical conditions.
Social Model: Addressing social factors affecting health.

The Newcastle Model

Best practice and research on challenging behavior in dementia care.

District Community Nurses

Home-based care focusing on chronic conditions.

Practice Nurses

Administering flu jabs, check-ups, and general treatments.

Risk Assessment (Transport)

Identifying hazards in transport.
Ensuring accessibility, trained drivers, and equipment safety.

Equipment Safety

Safe handling and maintenance of equipment

Relevant Legislation (e.g., Disability Discrimination Act 1995)

Specific laws relevant to particular issues.

Holistic Practice

Considering the whole person, including physical, emotional, social, and psychological well-being.

Negative societal judgments against people using services, leading to perceived barriers.

Palliative Care

Providing symptom relief and improving quality of life for serious illnesses.
End-of-life care focuses on comfort and support.

Primary Care

Essential healthcare services (GPs, nurses, clinics) for prevention and treatment.
Benefits: Easy access, reduces specialist need.
Challenges: Shortage of professionals, limited resources.

Secondary Care

Specialist treatment for complex health issues.

Tertiary Care

Specialized advanced medical care.

NHS

National Health Service in the UK, history, structure, and associated issues.

Healthcare Service Development

Historical context, factors influencing UK healthcare.

Main objectives and priorities.

Public Health England

Activities like data collection, awareness raising, and intervention.

Public Health Campaigns

Examples of health campaigns.

Private Medical Healthcare

Information on private healthcare.

Third Sector Health Care Services

Examples of third sector organizations.

Service Levels

Primary, national, regional, and local service levels.

Different Models of Services

Acute, long-term, non-acute, hospices, community, and end-of-life care.

How Community/Non-Acute Health Services Support Individuals

Information on how community services help.

Various settings where care is provided.

Types of Carers

Formal (professionals) and informal (family/friends) carers.

Sector Specific Organisations

Professional bodies overseeing health and care services e.g. CQC, NMC, NICE, HCPC, Social Work England, Early Years Foundation Stage, Sector skills councils
Role of sector-specific bodies.

Covid Mishandling

Description of the perceived mishandling of the situation.

Harvey Weinstein Sexual Misconduct Allegations

Overview.

Emotional Exploitation

Exploiting others for emotional gain.

Unintentional Negligence

Failing to act due to oversight.

Inadequate Supervision

Failure to oversee people/situations, leading to harm.

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