Talk:DementiaCareTechSkills

Digital Boundaries & Consent in Healthcare

This collaborative page supports **Module 2 – Segment 5** of the Digital Tech for Good micro-credential.

Purpose

This space is for learners to:

• Share examples of professional digital boundaries for PSWs and nurses.
• Reflect on one personal communication goal to enhance privacy and consent practices.
• Contribute to a growing list of peer-reviewed digital professionalism practices in healthcare.

Instructions

Please complete the following:

1. Upload your digital boundaries list and personal goal to the Portfolio Document Companion.
2. Add your contributions to this Wiki page under the “Learner Contributions” section.
3. Read and comment on at least one peer’s entry to promote shared learning and reflection.

Case Examples

Example 1: A PSW took a photo of a wound using their personal phone to show the nurse. While well-meaning, this violated privacy policy. The correct action: document using PointClickCare and notify the nurse via secure systems.

Example 2: An entry in MediaWiki read: “Mr. Khan was difficult and demanding again.” This was reviewed as unprofessional. A better entry would be: “Mr. Khan expressed concerns about medication timing. Support provided, and nurse notified.”

Example 3: A PSW offered to video call a resident’s daughter using a facility tablet. Consent was obtained and documented. In contrast, another staff member video-called without permission, resulting in a formal complaint.

Learner Contributions

Please follow this format:

• Your Initials: [Insert one boundary guideline for PSWs or nurses] + [Insert one short-term personal goal related to professional communication].

Example Entry

• J.K.: Use only workplace-approved apps for resident communication.

Goal: Limit casual texting about work topics after hours to maintain boundaries.

Additional Resources

• Refer to your Case Example Handout.
• Review the Portfolio Document Companion for reflection prompts.