HCPC Code of Practice

What is the Role of the Standards of Coduct Performance and Ethics?

• they set out, in general terms, how we expect our registrants to behave

• they outline what the public should expect from their health and care professional

• they help us make decisions about the character of professionals who apply to our Register

• we use them if someone raises a concern about a registrant’s practice

• All of the above.

Which standard contains guidance on ensuring that you have gained consent?

• 1. Promote and protect the interests of service users and carers

• 6. Manage risk

• 9. Be honest and trustworthy

• 10. Keep records of your work

Answer explanation

Appropriate Communication Standard 2 (2.1-2.4) is essential to professional practice this includes:

• Being polite and considerate

• Listening

• Sharing information

• Consider language and communucation needs.

• All of the above.

As a physiotherapist you need to be autonomous. This means that you don't have to work as part of a team

• True

• False

Which standard tell us about working as part of a team?

• 1

• 2

• 3

• 4

Which standard states that we should engage in risk assessments?

• 4

• 5

• 6

• 7

What are the key reasons for completing a risk assessment? (please outline the 3 key areas)

Physiotherapists are required to be open and honest. This can be shown by: (more than one answer required)

• Informing service users when things have gone wrong

• Provide a clear explanation

• Avoid discussion with families until they make a formal complaint

• Give an honest response if a complain is made

You must keep (blank) records for everyone you care for or provide other services to.

Whys should you keep records secure? (Give the appropriate standard and the three key areas).