Support workers must confirm that the support they are required to provide is within the scope of their knowledge, skills and/or job role. You are providing individualised support in the home for Daphne who is 83 years old. Daphne is usually an outgoing person. She is always happy to see you and quite talkative. 1.9.a Today you arrive in time to assist her with breakfast, but when you tell her breakfast is ready she remains lying in her bed. When you remind her that her daughter is visiting this morning she gets up slowly, but refuses to eat breakfast. Upon inquiry Daphne declares that she is fine, and she cooperates with showering but she is quiet and more withdrawn than usual. You observe her while she is dressing and getting ready for her daughter’s visit. Whenever she bends down she winces and gasps. You believe she is in pain. What should you do?
[Verified Answer]: Support workers must confirm that the…
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