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Social care glossary

The social care sector is filled with lots of jargon. We’ve created this handy glossary packed with common social care key terms that you and the person receiving care may need to understand. 

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Clinical Observations

Clinical Observations are the regular measurement and recording of a patient’s vital signs (e.g., temperature, pulse, respiration rate, blood pressure, oxygen saturation, level of consciousness) to monitor their condition.

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Group Operations Manager

A management role overseeing internal processes, compliance, and quality assurance.

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Group Operations Manager

A management role overseeing internal processes, compliance, and quality assurance.

Clinical Observations

Clinical Observations are the regular measurement and recording of a patient’s vital signs (e.g., temperature, pulse, respiration rate, blood pressure, oxygen saturation, level of consciousness) to monitor their condition.

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