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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DBT (Dialectical Behavior Therapy)
DBT (Dialectical Behavior Therapy) is a type of cognitive-behavioural therapy used to treat mental health disorders.
Blood Transfusion
A Blood Transfusion is the medical procedure of transferring blood or blood products into a person’s circulation intravenously.
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Tracheostomy Care
Management of patients with a tracheostomy, including suctioning, stoma care, dressing changes, and emergency procedures.
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DBT (Dialectical Behavior Therapy)
DBT (Dialectical Behavior Therapy) is a type of cognitive-behavioural therapy used to treat mental health disorders.
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IV Therapy (Intravenous Therapy)
The administration of fluids, medications, or nutrients directly into a vein.
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VAT (Value Added Tax)
A consumption tax is added to the price of goods and services.
Transfusion
See Blood Transfusion.
Tracheostomy Care
Management of patients with a tracheostomy, including suctioning, stoma care, dressing changes, and emergency procedures.
IV Therapy (Intravenous Therapy)
The administration of fluids, medications, or nutrients directly into a vein.
DBT (Dialectical Behavior Therapy)
DBT (Dialectical Behavior Therapy) is a type of cognitive-behavioural therapy used to treat mental health disorders.
Blood Transfusion
A Blood Transfusion is the medical procedure of transferring blood or blood products into a person’s circulation intravenously.
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VAT (Value Added Tax)
A consumption tax is added to the price of goods and services.