Identify risks that may arise while supporting continence

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Support individuals to manage continence

Unit aim

This unit is aimed at those who work in a wide range of settings. The unit provides the learner with the knowledge and skills needed to support individuals to manage continence. It covers the factors affecting continence, the management of continence and the use of continence equipment.

Outcome 1 Understand factors that affect the management of continence

The learner can:

1. explain how difficulties with continence can affect an individual’s self esteem, health and their day to day activities

2. list common causes of difficulties with continence

3. explain how an individual’s personal beliefs and values may affect the management of continence

4. describe ways to protect an individual’s privacy whilst managing continence.

Outcome 2 Support individuals to manage their own continence

The learner can:

1. encourage an individual to express preferences and concerns about continence needs

2. support the individual to understand the effects of lifestyle on continence

3. explain how and when to access additional guidance about support for continence.

Outcome 3 Support the use of equipment to manage continence

1. access information about continence equipment recommended for the individual

2. agree with the individual their preferred times and places for using continence equipment

3. agree the level and type of support required for use of equipment

4. support the individual to use continence equipment in ways that respect dignity and privacy and promote active participation.

Outcome 4 Support continence safely

1. identify risks that may arise while supporting continence

2. encourage the individual to maintain personal hygiene whilst managing continence

3. dispose of used equipment and soiled materials safely

4. ensure the environment is clean, tidy and accessible before and after use

5. use protective equipment, protective clothing and hygiene techniques to minimise risks.

Outcome 5 Monitor and report on support for managing continence

1. use agreed processes to monitor continence and support for managing continence

2. record and report on support for managing continence in agreed ways.

Reference no: EM132350970

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