Main description:

The only complete learning solution for current HCAs and those working towards the NVQ/SVQ Level 3 Health Award. * The only book to cover the four core and most popular specialist units of the NVQ/SVQ Level 3 Health Award, supporting candidates through the qualification. * Written by experienced tutors and trainers from NHS centres, so you can be confident of high quality content. * Maps content to the KSF to help plan candidates' progression. * Includes an evidence section to help candidates see clearly how to plan and gather evidence holistically.

Contents:

Topic Clusters; Infection prevention and control; Aseptic technique and setting up a Sterile field; Legislation and policies; Related anatomy and physiology; Core Units; Promote effective communication for and about individuals; Promote, monitor and maintain health, safety and security in the working environment; Reflect on and develop your own practice; Promote choice, well-being and the protection of all individuals; Specialist Units; CHS 19 Undertake physiological measurements; Gen 4/5 Prepare and support individuals for and during therapeutic activities; Gen 6 Prepare environments and resources for use during clinical and therapeutic activities; CHS 12 Undertake treatments and dressings in the treatments of lesions and wounds; CHS 4 Identify the individual at risk of skin breakdown; CHS 5 Undertake agreed pressure area care; CHS 6 Move and position individuals.