FETAC Level 5 Module Code D20163
CARE SKILLS FETAC Level 5 & CPR
Dates: Monday Feb: 27th, March 5th, 12th 2012
19th (CPR) 2012.
Venue: Central Hotel, Exchequer Street, Dublin 2
Time: 10.00am - 4.00pm
Cost: €350.00 per person
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Specific Outcomes:
Learners should be able to:
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Unit 1 Understand Client Care
• Describe briefly the physical, emotional, social, psychological and spiritual needs of the older person
• Respect client’s wishes and confidentiality in the delivery of care
• Demonstrate effective interpersonal skills with clients; Incl: Respect, Empathy, Patience
• Enhance the following: Privacy, Dignity, Independence, Positive self image
• Encourage clients to participate in social events, occupational therapy etc
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Unit 2 Using Equipment
• Assist clients in the use of sensory equipment e.g. hearing aids, glasses, dentures
• Assist clients in the use of mechanical aids & equipment e.g. mobility aids, feeding aids, Washing aids, Elimination aids, Hoists
• Demonstrate the correct procedures for cleaning and replacing equipment
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Unit 3 Assisting Skills
• Demonstrate on site the appropriate procedures for client care i.e. washing/bathing/showering, positioning
• Use safe moving and handling techniques
• Assist clients with dressing/grooming, eating, drinking, toileting, mobility
• Assist clients with social needs where appropriate
• Identify and assist with the hygiene needs of dependent clients
• Dispose safely of soiled linen and excreta
• Describe and assist in the prevention of pressure sores
• Demonstrate the appropriate procedure for cleaning patient equipment, e.g. beds, mattresses, bed pans baths
• Report change in the client’s condition to the relevant supervisor
• Complete client documentation where appropriate
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Assessment:
Skills Demonstration 60%
Assignments (2) 40%
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Grading:
Pass 50 – 64%
Merit 65 – 79%
Distinction 80 – 100%
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