Effective
Care outcomes and evidence-based practice.
What this Effective covers
Effective asks whether care delivers the right outcomes using evidence-based practice. It covers care planning, nutrition/hydration, consent, MCA/DoLS, and staff competency.
Evidence requirements
| Area | What inspectors look for |
|---|---|
| Care planning | Reviewed in last 6 months; reflects preferences. |
| Nutrition & hydration | Screening tool used; records kept. |
| MCA/DoLS | Capacity assessments current; authorisations active. |
| Staff training | Matrix ≥ 90% complete; competency checks. |
| Consent | Documented for each intervention. |
Common pitfalls
- Copy-paste care plans
- No mental capacity assessments
- Expired DoLS
- Low training completion rates.
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