Dignity of Risk & Decision-Making in Aged Care

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20m
Updated 05 Jun 2025 Certificate

Taking risks is a natural part of life, and older people have the right to make their own decisions, even those that involve a degree of risk. In this Ausmed Training Module, we’ll explore the concept of dignity of risk and how it is essential in providing person-centred aged care. You’ll learn how to support reasonable risk-taking that respects autonomy while promoting older people’s safety and wellbeing. We’ll also unpack the principles of informed decision-making, including how to assess capacity and the importance of informed consent.

Content

5 Video Units • 8 Questions
Pre-reflection
1 Question
Introduction
3m
Dignity of Risk in Aged Care
2 Questions
2m
Reasonable Risk Taking in Aged Care
2 Questions
3m
Decision-making Capacity and Consent
2 Questions
5m
Conclusion
1m
Post-reflection
1 Question

What you'll learn:

1

Recognise the importance of dignity of risk in aged care.

2

Understand strategies for supporting reasonable risk-taking in aged care.

3

Know how to apply the principles of informed decision-making, including capacity and consent.

Who it's for:

Healthcare professionals, healthcare workers and ancillary staff working with older adults.

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Last updated05 Jun 2025

Published05 Jun 2025

Due for review30 May 2027
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