Risk Management in Education and Practice Placement

False

You should obtain their permission before posting any information that could identify a service user.

True

<p>The potential risks of sharing information on social media include the possibility of it being seen by anyone, even if you have privacy settings, and the risk of posting inappropriate or offensive material.</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>What you post will not be publicly visible = Privacy settings cannot guarantee this If you think something could be inappropriate or offensive, do not post it = Use your professional judgement When in doubt, get advice = Appropriate sources might include experienced colleagues, trade unions and professional bodies Many registrants find using social media beneficial and do so without any issues = There’s no reason why you shouldn’t keep on using it with confidence</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>You can consult experienced colleagues, trade unions, professional bodies, or contact the HCPC (Health and Care Professions Council) for guidance.</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>Assume that what you post could be shared and read by anyone = Think about who can see what you share and manage your privacy settings accordingly Maintain appropriate professional boundaries if you communicate with colleagues, service users or carers = Keep your relationships with service users and carers professional Do not post information which could identify a service user unless you have their permission = Treat information about service users as confidential Do not post inappropriate or offensive material = Use your professional judgement in deciding whether to post or share something If you are employed, follow your employer’s social media policy = Make sure that your conduct justifies the public’s trust and confidence in you and your profession</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>False</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>Posting information that could identify a service user = Do not do this unless you have their permission Following your employer’s social media policy = Do this if you are employed Posting inappropriate or offensive material = Do not do this Getting advice when unsure about social media standards = Do this</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>Get advice from experienced colleagues</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>To justify the public's trust and confidence in you</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>True</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>True</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>The key principles of using social media responsibly include communicating appropriately, being honest and trustworthy, respecting confidentiality, and maintaining appropriate professional boundaries.</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>Contact HCPC</p> Signup and view all the answers