Supporting individuals to meet their personal daily living needs

Aim

This unit is about understanding the support to meet the needs to live (called personal care and/or activities of daily living) and the support required to live as independently as possible in the community. It covers hygiene and appearance, eating and drinking, sleeping, continence and mobilisation (moving and exercise) and foot care.

Outcome 1 Describe how to support and meet the dietary needs of an individual

1.1 list the nutritional requirements to maintain health and well-being for an individual

1.2 describe how to meet the dietary requirements of an individual in a way that respects, their choices and preferences

1.3 describe how to prepare and serve food and drink in a safe and attractive way.

1.4 describe the various methods to support eating and drinking

1.5 state the importance of maintaining an adequate intake of fluids

1.6 explain the importance of maintaining mouth hygiene.

Outcome 2 Describe how to support individuals with their bowel and bladder function

2.1 describe the bodily process of bowel and bladder function

2.2 identify ways to support individuals with their bowel and bladder function

2.3 explain the importance of respecting an individual’s choice and personal preference in relation to their bowel and bladder function.

Outcome 3 Describe how to support an individual to maintain their personal hygiene and dressing needs

3.1 describe ways of caring for different parts of the body

3.2 identify different ways that individuals might want to maintain their hygiene and appearance

3.3 explain the importance of respecting the individual’s personal preference and choice in maintaining their hygiene and appearance.

This assignment comprises six tasks. All tasks must be successfully completed to pass this unit.

Task A

1 Think of someone you care for. Plan a weekly menu for them. Explain:

a how their nutritional needs could be met

b how their cultural and personal preferences could be met

c your role in supporting the individual to eat and drink

d how the diet could ensure a healthy bowel and bladder function.

Task B

1 Match the parts of the digestive system (lettered a-e) to those indicated in the diagram above.

a anus

b oesophagus

c large bowel

d small bowel

e stomach

2 Describe the function of each of the parts of the digestive system.

Task C

1 Match the parts of the body (lettered a-e) to those indicated in the diagram above.

a bladder

b ureters

c sphincter

d kidney

e urethra

2 Describe the function of each of the body parts.

Task D

Investigate the aids, adaptations and equipment available to help individuals with bowel and bladder function. Explain what is available and give and example of when each item is used to best effect.

Task E

Produce a poster or display which outlines the basic principles of caring for the mouth, skin, hair, feet, eyes and nails. Include any products and equipment available to help individuals to care for these parts of the body.

Task F

1 Research different ways individuals like to deal with or manage:

a personal hygiene

b bowel and bladder function

c personal appearance eg clothing, make-up, shaving

You could do this either in groups at college/work or with family members.

2 Give three reasons why it is important to respect individuals’ preferences in relation to hygiene and appearance.