CPG Personal Care Planning Flashcards

What characterizes a 'person-centered' approach in guardianship care planning?

Answer: Planning that centers on the ward's individual values, preferences, and life goals

A person-centered approach focuses planning around the ward's individual values, preferences, and life goals rather than a one-size-fits-all model.

What does 'substituted judgment' require of a CPG when making care decisions?

Answer: Making decisions based on what the ward would have chosen if they still had capacity

Substituted judgment requires the guardian to make decisions based on what the ward would have chosen if they retained decision-making capacity.

What role do advance directives play when a CPG develops a ward's personal care plan?

Answer: They provide important guidance about the ward's previously expressed healthcare wishes

Advance directives provide valuable guidance about the ward's previously expressed healthcare wishes and should be incorporated into the personal care plan.

A CPG's personal care plan must address which of the following domains for the ward?

Answer: Physical, emotional, social, and spiritual needs holistically

A comprehensive personal care plan must address the ward's physical, emotional, social, and spiritual needs in a holistic, whole-person manner.

When a ward's medical condition changes significantly, a CPG's first action should be to:

Answer: Notify the court and update the personal care plan accordingly

When a ward's condition changes significantly, the CPG must notify the court promptly and update the personal care plan to reflect the new circumstances.

Why is cultural competency important for a CPG when developing a personal care plan?

Answer: It enables the CPG to provide culturally sensitive care that respects the ward's background and values

Cultural competency enables a CPG to provide care that respects and accommodates the ward's cultural background, values, and traditions.