Recognise and Report Risks
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Author: L Kelly
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Level: 2
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Study time: 58 minutes
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Recognising and reporting risks is a crucial part of providing safe and effective care. This course will help you understand how to identify changes in a person's condition, observe and report concerns, and respond to risks such as neglect, self-harm, or environmental hazards. Learn how to recognise physical, behavioural, and emotional changes, understand different types of risks, and follow reporting processes to ensure the safety and well-being of those in your care.
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Video time: 58 Minutes
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Quiz: 1
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Assessment: 1
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Why this course is important?
Recognising and reporting risks is essential for maintaining a safe environment and ensuring the well-being of those in your care. Early identification of changes in a person's condition can prevent serious health issues or harm. Understanding different types of risks, from medical and environmental hazards to abuse and neglect, allows caregivers to act quickly and appropriately. Proper observation, documentation, and reporting ensure concerns are addressed and people receive the right support. Being aware of self-harm and changes in care services also helps reduce risks and improves quality of life. Caregivers play a vital role in protecting vulnerable individuals, making this knowledge crucial for safe and effective care.
Meet the instructor
Leigh Kelly
Leigh Kelly is a New Zealand Registered Nurse who has been working with the elderly and disabled since 1974. Her ADN focused on young physically disabled.
She has been a Charge Nurse at Kenepuru and Greenlane Hospitals Continuing Care Wards, owned her own dementia specific rest home and worked and managed rest homes.
She also has vast experience as a RN in continuing care facilities.
She has been a Charge Nurse at Kenepuru and Greenlane Hospitals Continuing Care Wards, owned her own dementia specific rest home and worked and managed rest homes.
She also has vast experience as a RN in continuing care facilities.
Patrick Jones - Course author
