The important thing to remember when gathering evidence is that the more evidence the better - that is, the more evidence you gather to demonstrate your skills, the more confident an assessor can be that you have learned the skills not just at one point in time, but are continuing to apply and develop those skills (as opposed to just learning for the test!). Furthermore, one piece of evidence that you collect will not usualy demonstrate all the required criteria for a unit of competency, whereas multiple overlapping pieces of evidence will usually do the trick!
From the Wiki University
What evidence can you provide to prove your understanding of each of the following citeria?
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Prepare to provide support to those affected by dementia
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Apply person-centred care approaches to all interactions with the person living with dementia Completed |
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Interpret individualised plan and familiarise self with the specific needs and wants of the person living with dementia Completed |
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Identify and address person’s needs for a stable and familiar environment Completed |
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Recognise signs consistent with financial, physical or emotional abuse or neglect of the person and report to an appropriate person Completed |
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Use appropriate communication strategies
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Use verbal and non verbal communication strategies to maximise engagement of the person with dementia Completed |
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Gain cooperation and provide reassurance as appropriate by using reality orientation Completed |
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Use a range of validation strategies to relieve distress and agitation in the person Completed |
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Provide activities for maintenance of dignity, skills and health
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Organise activities which aim to maintain independence, using familiar routines and existing skills Completed |
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Organise activities that are appropriate to the individual, reflecting their cultural likes and dislikes, in order to bring back pleasurable memories Completed |
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Ensure the safety and comfort of the person balanced with autonomy and risk taking Completed |
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Access information about the person’s reminiscences and routines with family and carers Completed |
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Provide support and guidance to family, carers and/or significant others where appropriate Completed |
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Implement strategies which minimise the impact of behaviours of concern
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Identify behaviours of concern and potential triggers Completed |
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Contribute to team discussions on support planning and review Completed |
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Take action to minimise the likelihood of and reduce the impact of behaviours on the person and others Completed |
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Evaluate implemented strategies with support planning team to ensure effectiveness in minimising behaviours Completed |
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Comply with the organisation’s reporting requirements, including reporting observations to supervisor Completed |
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Complete, maintain and store documentation according to organisation policy and protocols Completed |
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Implement self care strategies
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Monitor own stress level in relation to working with people with dementia Completed |
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Use appropriate self care strategies and seek support if required Completed |
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Complete documentation
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Comply with the organisation’s reporting requirements, including reporting observations to supervisor Completed |
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Complete, maintain and store documentation according to organisation policy and protocols Completed |
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