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For this task you will need to write an essay.

You should include an introduction and conclusion.

You need to cover the following criteria:

B1 2.3- Explain how the health and social care practitioner’s own values, beliefs’ and experiences can influence delivery of care.

Please cover at least 2 from the list below:

• Self-awareness
• Acknowledging belief systems, attitudes and behaviours
• Influence of others on own belief system, attitudes and behaviours to include: media, family and peer pressure
• Professional versus personal
• Respect and value diversity.

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Task 1 lesson 1 B1 2.3

Acknowledge belief systems, attitudes, and behaviours

Key terms

Attitudes- the ways an individual expresses what they think or believe through what they say or do.

Behaviours- the ways in which an individual acts physically and emotionally, for examples self-harming or not eating, including when interacting with others. Being friendly and acting in a way which respectful.

Beliefs- beliefs are thing people think are true or important, often based on their experiences, culture, or values.

How the health and social care practitioners own values, beliefs and experiences can influence delivery of care

We all have our own values, beliefs and experiences that form part of who are. They may affect how do our job.

Those we work with may share these or have very different values, beliefs, and experiences.

We need to be aware of these so that they do not obstruct the quality for our work, the care we give and the supports we provide.

Impact of care

How would your attitudes impact the delivery of care?

Having attitudes impact the delivery of care by a building a trust i mean like a positive mindset helps patients trust their caregivers. When patients feel they can trust their doctors, so they are likely to follow their advice and treatment plans.

How would your beliefs impact the delivery of care?

Having beliefs impact the delivery of care by personal values is important because healthcare providers personal beliefs and values and so how they treat patients. For example, if a caregiver values respect and dignity, they are likely to treat all patients with kindness no matter their background,

How would your behaviours impact the delivery of care?

Good behaviours like being a professional listening, being kind, responding quickly and this would help deliver better care to patients.

Example

. Explanation: every practitioner has personal values and beliefs shaped by culture, religion, upbringing, and life experiences. These influence how they perceive health, illness, and care.

. Example: a practitioner raised in a culture that values independent might unintentionally encourage an older adult to do tasks alone, even if the person prefers, family involvement. This could affect the persons comfort and wellbeing.

Acknowledging belief systems, attitudes, and behaviours

Recognising that health and social care practitioners’ beliefs, attitudes and behaviours may be different to those of individuals will allow them to value and respect individuals’ differences and take these into account when providing care and support.

For example: a health and social care practitioner may be vegan and might openly discuss the benefits of being vegan as a lifestyle choice, since they do not harm or exploit any animals.

Talking about their personal beliefs may individuals who are not vegan feel comfortable about eating meat or wearing leather when the health and social care practitioners present.

It is therefore important for the health and social care practitioner how their own beliefs may influence others in a negative way

For example, they could not talk about their beliefs at work and think carefully about how and what they say, this will ensure individuals do not feel awkward or under pressure when they are around them.

They could also reflect on the positive and negative feelings they have about different groups of people and think about how these could affect their work. They could discuss these with their manage. This will ensure care is and support is provided to a high-quality standard and any judge/prejudice can be assessed.

Influences of factors on own belief system, attitudes, and behaviours

Influences of factors on own belief system, attitudes, and behaviours

Our belief systems, attitudes and behaviours are formed throughout our lives from early childhood to late adulthood.

The following can influence our beliefs, attitudes, and behaviours.

. The media

. Family

. Peer pressure

The media

Explanation: media can shape perceptions by promoting stereotypes or sensationalizing health issues.

Example:

. Belief: if media frequently portrays older adults as frail and dependent, a practitioner might assume all elderly patients need consent help.

. Impact on care: they could over-assist an older person who is capable of independence, reducing the patients confidence and autonomy.

Influences of factors on own beliefs system, attitudes, and behaviours

The media:

What we see on television, hear on the radio, and read about online or in newspapers can influence us, such as:

. If you watch a documentary about those living alone may be more vulnerable to abuse, then you might become more aware of your neighbours.

. If you hear on the radio that there has been a rise in local burglaries, you may avoid that area.

. If you read online that some local people are raising money for a good case, you might try to help.

Family

Explanation: family values and traditions often shape attitudes toward health, illness, and diversity.

. Example:

. Belief: a practitioner raised in a family that views mental health as a private matter may feel uncomfortable discussing it openly.

. Impact on care: they might avoid asking detailed questions about a patients emotional wellbeing. Leading to missed signs of depression or anxiety.

Influences of factors on own belief system, attitudes, and behaviours

Family members are very important in influencing our beliefs, attitudes, and behaviours, e.g.

If close family members believe in eating healthily and exercising, we are more likely to make healthy lifestyle choices.

If the people around, you behave positively then this will influence how you feel about yourself. You are more likely to believe in your own potential and have the confidence to share your views and opinions.

If you are surrounded by people who show negative behaviours and attitudes, then you may not trust people or show negative attitudes yourself.

Factor 3 peers / friends

Friends

Explanation: friends and social circles can reinforce stereotypes or influence attitudes toward certain groups.

Examples:

. belief: a practitioner whose friends often make negative comments about people with addictions may unconsciously adopt similar views.

. impact on care: they might show less empathy or spend less time supporting a patient with substance misuse, affecting trust and recovery.

Influences of factors on own belief system, attitudes, and behaviours

This might also influence your beliefs, attitudes, and behaviours because you may feel under pressure to be like them or to start a part of the group.

For example, if your peers at work talk about the positive effect or person-centred ways of working can have on an individual life, then you may be more likely to practice this when you provide care and support.

Being away of how you brief, attitudes and behaviours are formed can affect the way you think, feel, and behave towards others.

It will enable you to ensure that they do not have a negative impact on the care and support you provide to individuals.

Professional vs personal

You will have your own person opinions and views

But as a professional, can you share those views your colleagues?

Can you share them with your patients?

Why?

Explanation

. a Practitioners have personal beliefs and opinions, but professional standards require care to be non-judgmental, evidence-based, and person-centred.

. conflict can occur when personal values differ from professional duties.

Example

. belief: a practitioner personally disagrees with same- sex relationships due to cultural or religious views.

. impact on care delivery: if they allow this belief to influence this behaviour, they might avoid engaging with a same- sex couple or fail to provide equal support. This could lead to discrimination and poor patient experience.

Professional response: the practitioner must set aside personal views and follow equality and diversity policies, ensuring the couple receives the same quality of care as anyone else.

All health and social care practitioners are professionals.

They have important responsibilities and set of behaviours that they are expected to follow. These are essential for providing safe, consistent, and high- quality care and support.

You need to support individuals to make their own choices and respect their rights.

There could be conflict between the behaviours practitioner is expected to follow and their own beliefs and behaviours.

To ensure this does not impact negatively on the care provided then the practitioner must:

Be aware of the differences between their professional and personal values, beliefs, and experiences.

Be aware of the professional and personal values, beliefs, and experiences of others.

Respect the values, beliefs, and experiences of others, even if they are different to their own.

Respect and values

Remind me …. What do those terms mean?

Respect is a way of treating or thinking about something or someone. You show respect by being polite and kind.

To value diversity is to actively recognize, respect, and appreciate the differences between individuals, such as culture, religion, ethnicity, gender, age, sexual orientation, abilities, and life experiences and ensure these differences are seen as strengths, no barriers.

Respect and value diversity

Explanation

. health and social care involve people from different cultures, religions, and lifestyles. Respecting diversity means adapting care to meet individual needs and avoiding discrimination.

. valuing diversity improves trust, communication, and health outcomes.

Example

. belief: a practitioner who does not share the same faith as a patient might think religious practices are unnecessary.

. impact on care delivery: if they ignore the patients request for prayer time or halal meals, the patient may feel disrespected and unsafe, reducing engagement with care.

Professional response: the practitioner should accommodate these needs (e.g., provide privacy for prayer, ensure dietary requirements are met) to deliver person-centred care.

The legal and organisational requirements that are in place mean that health and social care practitioners must always treat individuals with dignity and respect when providing care and support.

This can be done by treating individuals fairly, respecting their privacy and promoting their independence, and

Valuing the differences individuals have b encouraging individuals to be their own unique person.

Respecting individuals right to make their own choices by providing them with any information they need.

Treating individuals with dignity by valuing their beliefs and preferences while being respectful towards them.

Why is it important that health and social care practitioners work in a way that shows respect and values diversity?

It is important that health and social care practitioners work in a way that shows respect and values diversity because it is essential for: –

Providing safe, compassionate, and high- quality care and support.

Developing good working relationships with individuals that are based on trust.

Developing a good understanding of individuals differences and person-centred care

Informed choices –

What does this term mean?

How can letting someone make informed choices link to person-centred care?

Individuals need sufficient information about their options, including the benefits and drawbacks, so they understand the consequences of any decisions. This is informed choices.

An example of them if they want to go out for the evening by discussing:

. Where do they want to go

. What they want to do to

. How they want to get there

. The benefits and drawbacks of going somewhere they know

. The benefits and drawbacks of going new or different, or doing something different

. The benefits and drawbacks of using different transport methods

. The risks of going somewhere new and how to manage the risks.

Dignity and respect

What does dignity mean?

Dignity involves respecting individuals choices, views and decisions and not making assumptions about they want to be treated.

What does respect mean?

Respect is a way of treating or thinking about something or someone. You show respect by being polite and kind.

Research and write a definition.

Care with dignity supports the self- respect of the person, recognising their capacities and ambitions, and does nothing to undermine it. It includes respect for what they can do, who they are, and the life they have lived. It is seen as a central part of quality in care work.

Dignity and respect

The way of working with individuals that supports dignity and respect are:

. Treating individuals well speaking respectfully and treating with them with care

. Showing respect listening and taking into account an individuals rights, views and wishes.

. Valuing individuals treating them as an individual with their own needs and preferences.

. Promoting individuals sense of self- worth enabling an individual to take risks

. Empowering individuals to be in control supporting them to take the lead and be actively involved in decision about their care and support

Care planning

A care and updated by plan (sometimes called a support or individual plan) includes information about the individuals specific preferences for their care and support.

What is a care plan?

Care plans can be developed by the individuals, family members and others that know them well. The manager would then look at the care plan, assess and approve it.

• What is included in care plan?

A care plan includes information such as:

• These preferences likes, dislikes, interests, etc.
• Personal details name, date of births etc, their needs care and support needs – their support network names and contact details of family
• How can a care plan link to person centred practice?

Care planning

A care plan can be used as part of person- centred practice it includes information about individuals:

. Ability to manage certain activities by themselves it focuses on their strengths to encourage independence.

. Need for support enable the individual to be fully involves and lead their care and support so they can achieve what they want.

. Unique needs, preferences and wishes so that their individuality can be fully