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Care plans are important in providing direction for the individual care of a patient. They give other staff a clear idea of the path to follow, as well as which staff to assign and when. The care plan will keep your patient's care as smooth as possible and will follow them throughout their journey within your organization.
Care plans are based on individual needs and are consequently different from person to person. Although each care plan is unique, they all serve the same purposes, including:
Care plans are flexible, meaning that when or if your care needs change, the plan will be reviewed and adjusted accordingly to make sure it meets your needs and preferences.
The aim of this course is to greater increase your knowledge of care plans and their differences, as well as relevant legislation. The key points covered in this course are:
LEARNING OUTCOMES
On completion of this course, learners should know and understand the following: