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What is a crucial aspect of handling information about an individual's care and support?
What is a crucial aspect of handling information about an individual's care and support?
- Sharing it with unauthorized personnel
- Keeping it safe and treating it as confidential (correct)
- Keeping it publicly accessible
- Discarding it after a short period
Who bears the responsibility of protecting people's confidential information?
Who bears the responsibility of protecting people's confidential information?
- Everyone working in social care (correct)
- Only the management team
- Only the data protection officer
- The organisation's IT department
What is a personal responsibility for individuals working in social care?
What is a personal responsibility for individuals working in social care?
- Ignoring data protection policies
- Handling client data carelessly
- Maintaining the confidentiality of client information (correct)
- Following only some data protection procedures
What is NOT a valid statement about data security and protection?
What is NOT a valid statement about data security and protection?
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What is essential for individuals working in social care when recording information?
What is essential for individuals working in social care when recording information?
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Study Notes
Data Security and Confidentiality in Social Care
- It is essential to follow the organisation's data security and protection policies and procedures.
- Confidential information about an individual's care and support must be kept safe and treated as confidential.
- Everyone working in social care is responsible for protecting people's confidential information.
- Individuals are personally responsible for handling data safely and recording accurate and complete information.
- There is a legal duty to respect the privacy of people who use social care services.
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This quiz tests your understanding of confidentiality and data protection in social care settings. It covers the importance of handling personal information securely and respecting individuals' privacy.
